Flushed Paloma
While mezcal has a unique appeal, this drink also works with tequila. Take care with the final addition of deep red pomegranate juice to the pale orange paloma – pour in very slowly or pour over the back of a spoon to create a lovely ombre effect.
Makes 2 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ounces mezcal
- ½ of one lemon, cut into pieces
- 1 piece piece ginger, approx. 1 inch cubed, peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 ounces grapefruit soda
- 2 ounces Red Crown Pomegranate Juice (Original or With Pulp)
- Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Place lemon and ginger in cocktail shaker and muddle* to release flavours (you can use a wooden spoon if you don’t have a cocktail muddler).
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Add mezcal and top with ice and shake vigorously to chill.
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Fill two lowball glasses with fresh ice, and strain mezcal mixture over top. Add grapefruit soda.
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Very slowly pour in pomegranate juice to each glass, using the back of a spoon if desired. Garnish with thyme sprigs (optional) and serve.
Notes
Recommended utensil: cocktail muddler