For a truly authentic taste of Mexico, it’s all about the Paloma – the country’s most popular cocktail. Daniele Umoette, tequila ambassador at el Jimador, explains how to make this refreshing cocktail at home, and what each ingredient brings to the party …
Tequila
“Tequila is the backbone of this cocktail,” explains Umoette. “That’s why it’s important to opt for an authentic 100% blue weber agave tequila – such as el Jimador Blanco.”
Pink grapefruit juice
Ideally freshly squeezed, pink grapefruit juice brings “that zingy, fruity profile to the drink, as well as its appealing colour”.
Lime juice
A squeeze of lime adds “a bright, zesty top note and a sour twist”.
Agave syrup
“Echoing the agave notes in our traditional tequila, agave syrup provides a balancing sweetness to the sourness of the lime,” Umoette says.
Soda water
Aside from lengthening the cocktail, making it easier to drink, soda water adds carbonation, giving the Paloma “an interesting, moreish texture”.
Salt rim
The Paloma’s salt rim is more than just a presentational flourish. “I guess you could say salt is the fifth element,” Umoette says. “I recommend using sea salt, as it’s not too salty, and only salting half of the rim, so people have a choice.”
The Paloma
Ingredients
50ml el Jimador Blanco
50ml fresh pink grapefruit juice
15ml agave syrup
10ml lime juice
Soda water
Pink grapefruit slice or wedge, to garnish
Combine the ingredients over ice, top with soda water, then stir to chill. Garnish with a pink grapefruit slice or wedge. And sip ...
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