🔥 How to Make a Spicy Paloma Cocktail That Packs a Punch 🔥
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If you're a fan of bold, refreshing cocktails with a kick, the Spicy Paloma might just become your new go-to. A zesty mix of grapefruit, lime, and tequila, the Paloma is already a star, but when you add a dash of Caliente Bitters, it transforms into a vibrant, spicy showstopper.
It's also incredibly easy to make - here’s how.
🌶 What You’ll Need
Ingredients:
- 50ml tequila (blanco or reposado)
- A high quality bottle of grapefruit soda
- 20ml fresh lime juice
- 5ml agave syrup (or simple syrup)
- 0.5ml of Caliente Bitters
- Ice
Optional Garnish:
- Caliente Salt rim
- Grapefruit wedge or lime wheel
🍹 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Glass
If you want to get fancy (and we recommend it), run a lime wedge around the rim of a highball glass and shake some Caliente Salt over it. It adds extra zing and visual flair.
2. Mix It Up
Once the highball glass is prepared, fill to the top with ice, and pour in:
- 50ml Tequila
- 20ml fresh lime juice
- A dash of agave syrup
- And top it off with the grapefruit soda.
3. Here Comes the Heat
Drop in 0.5ml of Caliente Bitters (or more if you can take it!) and stir with a bar spoon until evenly mixed.
4. Garnish and Serve
Add a wedge of grapefruit or a lime wheel for a citrusy finishing touch. Serve immediately and enjoy!
🔥 Why Caliente Bitters?
The key to a standout Spicy Paloma is depth - not just heat. Caliente Bitters is crafted with a proprietary five-chilli blend that brings layered spice and complexity. It’s not just hot, it’s flavourful. And at a price point of just 12p per cocktail, it’s the easiest upgrade you’ll ever make to your home bar.
💡 Pro Tips
- Make it smoky: Try mezcal instead of tequila for a smoky-spicy twist.
- Low or no alcohol? Use non-alcoholic tequila alternatives and still add Caliente Bitters for flavour (yes, even with trace alcohol, it’s mocktail-friendly in small amounts).
Spice up your next cocktail hour and show your taste buds some love with this bold twist on a classic.