If you’re looking for a refreshing, tangy cocktail to enhance your summer vibes, the Paloma is a classic choice. It is made with tequila, lime juice, and grapefruit soda. However, in today’s recipe blog, we will go over a different variation of this famous drink. The mixologist who created the drink for Comal in Berkeley created his take on the Paloma with the use of smoky mezcal, fresh grapefruit juice, and Cocchi Americano—the sweet Italian aperitif wine. Keep on reading to find out how to make this refreshing summer cocktail!

Ingredients

• 1 ounce of smoky mezcal (like Del Maguey Vida Mezcal)
• 1 1/2 ounces Cocchi Americano (Italian aperitif wine)
• 1 ounce of fresh grapefruit juice
• 1 1/2 teaspoons honey
• 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
• Pinch of salt
• 1 1/2 ounces seltzer
• 1/2 grapefruit wheel
• Ice

Preparation Directions

1. In a cocktail shaker, stir in the mezcal with the honey
2. Add in the Cocchi Americano, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and salt
3. Fill the shaker with ice
4. Shake well until well chilled
5. Fill a large glass with ice
6. Add the seltzer
7. Garnish with grapefruit wheel
8. Strain the cocktail into the glass
9. Enjoy!

And there you have it! So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to gather your ingredients and enjoy this fresh drink with friends and family. If you’re in the San Diego area, give us a visit at Golden Hill Market. We have everything you need to make your cocktail! For details, call (619) 239-5375 or click here!