Paloma

Name: Paloma
Prep time: 4 min
Total time: 4 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 60 ML VIDA Puebla or Clásico; 150 ML Grapefruit Soda; 15 ML Lime Juice; Pinch of salt

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A crisp grapefruit highball with real mezcal character.

Taste: Citrus, Crisp, Refreshing
Skill Level: Easy
Prep Time: 4
Author: Del Maguey Team
Date: February 19, 2026
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Ingredients

Oz ML Parts

60 ML	VIDA Puebla or Clásico
150 ML	Grapefruit Soda
15 ML	Lime Juice
	Pinch of salt

Servings

Instructions

Fill a highball glass with ice.
Add mezcal and lime juice.
Top with grapefruit soda.
Add a pinch of salt and stir gently.

Bright and Balanced

The Paloma really shows how versatile mezcal can be in a bright, citrusy serve. Grapefruit soda adds soft bitterness and sweetness, lime keeps the flavours sharp, and a pinch of salt lifts the agave’s depth without taking over.

Its simplicity makes it ideal for both newcomers and seasoned mezcal drinkers.

Everyday Enjoyment

Light, vibrant and approachable, the Paloma effortlessly delivers for daytime gatherings and relaxed evenings alike.

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What Is the Mezcal Paloma?

The Paloma is a crisp grapefruit highball that shows how versatile mezcal can be: VIDA Puebla or Clásico under bright soda, fresh lime and a pinch of salt.

Grapefruit soda adds soft bitterness and sweetness, lime keeps the flavours sharp, and the salt lifts the agave’s depth without taking over.

Light, vibrant and approachable, it delivers effortlessly for daytime gatherings and relaxed evenings alike — for newcomers and seasoned mezcal drinkers.

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Paloma FAQ

Which Del Maguey mezcal should I use?

Any expression works — the recipe lists our recommendation. Vida Clásico and Vida Puebla are approachable, versatile choices for most cocktails, while single village expressions like Chichicapa or Tobalá add more distinctive character.

Will the cocktail taste very smoky?

Del Maguey mezcales are balanced rather than aggressively smoky. In a cocktail, the smoke softens into a warm, roasted-agave depth — citrus, sweetness, and dilution round it out, so the drink stays bright and easy to enjoy.

Can I use bottled citrus juice?

We recommend freshly squeezed every time. Bottled juice loses the aromatic oils and bright acidity that balance the mezcal, and the difference is easy to taste in a three- or four-ingredient recipe.

I don't have all the ingredients — can I substitute?

Yes. Agave syrup and simple syrup are usually interchangeable, most orange liqueurs can stand in for each other, and garnishes are flexible. Keep the mezcal, the citrus, and the proportions, and the drink will hold together.

Where can I buy Del Maguey mezcal?

Use the Shop Now link at the top of the page to order online, or Find Us to locate a store or bar near you that carries Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal.