Spicy Paloma
A jalapeño-infused tequila highball with grapefruit and lime juices and simple syrup, topped with club soda and served with a salt rim. It is tart, off-dry, and light at about 12% ABV.
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Rim a highball glass with kosher salt. Shake all the ingredients (except the club soda), then strain into a highball glass filled with ice cubes. Top with club soda. Garnish with the lime wheel and serve with a straw.
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용량199 ml
Strength12% ABV
Alcohol24 ml (19 g)59ml의 보드카(40%)2샷(30ml 기준)
Sugar12 g (5.8%)3개의 설탕 큐브
Acidity1.02%
Sweet vs sourTart
Phil Ward (2008)
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