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    Home » Recipes » Drinks and Cocktails

    By Kaleigh McMordie - February 19, 2016, Updated March 1, 2021

    Easy Broiled Grapefruit Paloma

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    This easy broiled grapefruit paloma is a fun twist on a classic with just a few simple ingredients. It's perfect for a winter version of the bright grapefruit cocktail!

    broiled grapefruit paloma in a vintage martini glass with sparkling sugar on the rim.

    Why You'll Love This Broiled Grapefruit Paloma

    This broiled grapefruit paloma takes the simple and refreshing grapefruit cocktail you love to a new level by replacing simple syrup with a deeper flavored agave nectar for a touch of sweetness, while the caramelized grapefruit adds a pretty, warm touch that makes it perfect for sipping on a winter evening. Plus the pretty pink color will lift anyone's spirits!

    Oh. Right. It could also be the tequila. That might do the trick too.

    How To Make a Broiled Grapefruit Paloma

    four image collage showing steps to broiling grapefruit and making a paloma.
    1. Sprinkle a couple of grapefruit slices with sugar and place them under the broiler for a few minutes.
    2. Combine freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, agave nectar and tequila in a shaker with ice and shake to combine. Strain into 2 cocktail glasses rimmed with sparkling sugar.
    3. Top each with club soda or sparkling water.
    4. Garnish with broiled grapefruit slices.
    broiled grapefruit paloma with sugar on the rim with a citrus reamer and grapefruit wedges in the background.

    Tips For Perfect Palomas

    • Watch the grapefruit slices carefully, as they will burn easily!
    • You can squeeze the grapefruit juice up to a few hours in advance. Any longer and it will lose some of its bright flavor.
    • If you don't have agave nectar, you can use a basic simple syrup or a honey simple syrup.

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    Easy Broiled Grapefruit Paloma

    broiled grapefruit paloma in an old fashioned martini glass rimmed with sugar.
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    This easy broiled grapefruit paloma is a fun twist on a classic with just a few simple ingredients. It's perfect for a winter version of the bright grapefruit cocktail!

    • Author: Kaleigh
    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 5 minutes
    • Total Time: 20 minutes
    • Yield: 2 drinks 1x
    • Category: cocktails
    • Method: broiled
    • Cuisine: Mexican

    Ingredients

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    • 2, ½-inch thick grapefruit slices
    • sugar, for broiling
    • 1 oz light agave nectar
    • 4 oz silver tequila
    • 2 oz freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
    • 3 oz club soda or sparkling water
    • sparkling sugar for rim (optional)

    Instructions

    For broiled grapefruit:

    1. Place grapefruit slices in a baking dish. Sprinkle with grapefruit with sugar.
    2. Place under broiler for 3-5 minutes or until tops are crystalized. Remove and let cool before using in cocktails.

    To prepare palomas:

    1. Wet the rim of 2 glasses and dip in sparkling sugar (optional). 
    2. In a shaker, combine agave, tequila, and grapefruit juice over ice. Shake well and strain into the 2 glasses.
    3. Top each with club soda and stir. Garnish with broiled grapefruit slices.

    Notes

    • Watch the grapefruit slices carefully, as they will burn easily!
    • You can squeeze the grapefruit juice up to a few hours in advance. Any longer and it will lose some of its bright flavor.
    • If you don't have agave nectar, you can use a basic simple syrup or a honey simple syrup.

    Keywords: broiled grapefruit paloma, easy winter paloma

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    About Kaleigh McMordie

    Kaleigh McMordie, MCN, RDN, LD, is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian in Abilene, Texas, as well as a member of the Baby Led Weaning Dietitians Network. Kaleigh can be found at kaleighmcmordie.com.

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