A Paloma Slush is an icy version of the popular cocktail. Freeze grapefruit juice into cubes and blend it with more juice, tequila, lime juice and simple syrup. Serve in a salt rimmed glass and enjoy! Yields about 4 glasses.

Paloma Slush

Cool down these final days of summer with a Paloma Slush.

This Michigan summer has been hot. So why not beat the heat with an icy adult beverage? I cannot think of a better way.

A Paloma is a tequila based cocktail mixed with tart grapefruit juice and lime. Freeze some grapefruit juice into cubes and pureeing everything in a blender for a slushy version of the classic cocktail. Easy and delicious!

Paloma Slush

Summer in a glass.

 

ingredients for Paloma Slush

To Make This Paloma Slush You Will Need:

  • grapefruit juice
  • salt
  • grapefruit (cold pressed or freshly squeezed)
  • tequila
  • simple syrup
  • lime juice
  • ice

Fill an ice cube tray or two with grapefruit juice and freeze for a few hours or over night.

pink Himalayan salt in dish

When you’re ready to make the cocktails, start by adding a little salt to a shallow dish. For this drink, I’m using fine pink Himalayan salt, however you can use margarita salt too.

grapefruit rim

Rim your glasses with a wedge of grapefruit or lime.

dip glasses

Dip in the salt.

salted rim

Repeat with remaining glasses.

juice in blender

In your blender pour 1 cup grapefruit juice. Fresh squeezed, cold pressed… whichever.

tequila, simple syrup, lime juice in blender

Then add 1/2 to 3/4 cup tequila (depending how strong you want it), 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice and 1/2 cup simple syrup. Add 3 to 4 heaping cups of grapefruit juice ice cubes.

slush

And puree until slushy. If too thin add more ice. However if you find it too icy, add a splash of grapfruit juice until the mixture is slushy and pourable.

pour into glasses

Pour into glasses.

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Garnish.

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Sip. And repeat.

Even if they melt a little, they’re still delicious!

Paloma Slush

Enjoy! And if you give this Paloma Slush recipe a try, let me know! Snap a photo and tag me on twitter or instagram!

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Yield: 4 servings

Paloma Slush

A Paloma Slush is an icy version of the popular cocktail. Freeze grapefruit juice into cubes and blend it with more juice, tequila, lime juice and simple syrup. Serve in a salt rimmed glasses and enjoy!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Additional Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • grapefruit juice, fresh or cold pressed
  • fine salt, I used pink Himalayan
  • 1 grapefruit, cut into wedges
  • 1/2 cup tequila blanco
  • 1/2 cup simple syrup, see notes
  • 1/4 cup lime juice

Equipment

Instructions 

  • In advance: Fill an ice cube tray with grapefruit juice and freeze for a few hours until solid or overnight.
  • When ready to serve: Fill a small shallow dish with salt.
  • Run a wedge of grapefruit (or use lime) around the rim of each glass. Dip the wet rim into the salt and set aside.
  • In a blender add; grapfruit juice, tequila, simple syrup and lime juice.
  • Add 3 to 4 cups grapefruit ice cubes and blend. Add more ice if needed. If too icy, add a splash of grapfruit juice until the mixture is slushy and pourable.
  • Pour into prepared glasses, garnish with a wedge of grapfruit (if desired) and serve immediately.

Notes

Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on SimplyScratch.com should only be used as a general guideline.
Serving: 1g, Calories: 177kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 1g, Sodium: 147mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 23g
Author: Laurie McNamara
Course: Drinks & Adult Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican

This recipe was originally posted August 27, 2021.