Recipe of the day: Tequila time! Don Julio blood orange paloma

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This cocktail is a perfect companion for leisurely sundowners.


There’s nothing quite like the refreshing taste of a cocktail to elevate your weekend vibe.

Enter the Don Julio blood orange paloma, a delightful twist on the classic paloma that combines the smoothness of premium tequila with the vibrant, zesty flavour of blood orange. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and tartness, this cocktail is a perfect companion for leisurely sundowners or afternoons indoors.

Whether you’re lounging by the pool or enjoying a cozy evening on the patio, the Don Julio blood orange paloma is sure to make your weekend truly memorable. Cheers to good times and great flavors!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz Don Julio Blanco Tequila
  • 0.75 oz Fresh Squeezed Grapefruit
  • 0.5 oz Fresh Squeezed Lime
  • 0.5 oz Agave Nectar
  • 3 oz Blood Orange Soda
  • Garnish Chili Salt Dusted Blood Orange Wheel

Method

  • Garnish with blood orange
  • Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker
  • Fill completely with ice and shake passionate
  • Strain into glass and top with soda

Recipe supplied by Don Julio.

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Don Julio Blood orange Paloma

Blood orange paloma
  • Author: Don Julio
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Drink
  • Method: cook
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

    • 1.5 ozDon Julio Blanco Tequila

    • .75 ozFresh Squeezed Grapefruit

    • .5 ozFresh Squeezed Lime

    • .5 ozAgave Nectar

    • 3 ozBlood Orange Soda

    • GarnishChili Salt Dusted Blood Orange Wheel

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker
  2. Fill completely with ice and shake passionate
  3. Strain into glass and top with soda
  4. Garnish with blood orange

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