Smoky Rose Paloma

This Smoky Rose Paloma cocktail is a refreshing mix of smoky Mezcal, tangy pink grapefruit juice, and a hint of bitterness from Aperol. The smoked rosemary adds a unique aromatic twist to this complex and delightful drink.

Smoky Rose Paloma

A refreshing and complex cocktail with a smoky, sweet, and tangy flavor, accented with a hint of bitterness and a touch of aromatic smoke.

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Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp coarse pink salt
  • 2 oz Mezcal
  • 1.50 oz pink grapefruit juice (freshly-squeezed)
  • 1 oz lime juice (freshly-squeezed)
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Aperol
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary

Instructions

  1. Spread the salt on a small plate. Moisten the rim of the glass with grapefruit juice and then dip into the salt to coat the rim.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the mezcal, grapefruit juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and Aperol.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice, seal, and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
  5. Light the rosemary sprig and then extinguish immediately. Place the smoking sprig in the glass as a garnish.