Blood Orange Paloma cocktail:
Ingredients:
1 oz Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
0.5 oz Simple Syrup
2 oz Blood Orange Juice
1.5 oz Blanco Tequila
2-3 dashes Orange Bitters
Salt or Tajín (for rimming the glass)
Blood orange slice (for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare the glass: Rim the edge of your glass with lime juice and dip it into salt or Tajín for a flavorful, spicy kick.
Mix the ingredients: In a shaker, combine lime juice, simple syrup, blood orange juice, blanco tequila, and orange bitters.
Shake: Shake well to combine and chill the mixture.
Pour: Fill the rimmed glass with ice and strain the mixture into the glass.
Garnish: Garnish with a slice of blood orange for a vibrant, refreshing touch.
Serve: Enjoy your beautiful and tangy Blood Orange Paloma!
This twist on the classic Paloma features the sweet and slightly tart flavor of blood oranges, paired with the boldness of tequila and the smoothness of simple syrup. Perfect for any sunny day or special gathering!