If you’re looking for an easy tequila cocktail that’s refreshing, low in sugar, and perfect for summer, this Skinny Paloma is one of my all-time favorites.
Made with tequila, Fresca, grapefruit soda, and fresh lime juice, it’s crisp, citrusy, and comes together in less than a minute. I love serving these for summer happy hours, pool days, taco nights, and casual entertaining because they’re always a hit and require almost zero effort.
If you’re a margarita lover looking to mix things up, give this easy Skinny Paloma a try!
Why You’ll Love This Skinny Paloma
- Ready in under 5 minutes
- Only a handful of ingredients
- Light and refreshing
- Lower sugar than many margaritas
- Perfect for entertaining
Easy Paloma Variations
- Spicy Skinny Paloma: add jalapeño slices and a tajin rim.
- Mocktail Paloma: skip the tequila.
- Mezcal Paloma: swap tequila for mezcal.
The Skinny Paloma
If you're looking for an easy tequila cocktail that's light, refreshing, and not overly sweet, this Skinny Paloma is one of my go-to drinks.
Made with tequila, grapefruit soda, and fresh lime juice, it's crisp, citrusy, and comes together in minutes. I love serving these for taco nights, pool days, girls' nights, and casual happy hours because they're always a hit and require almost no effort.
Ingredients
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 1/2 oz fresh squeezed lime juice
- 4 oz grapefruit soda
- Lime wedge and grapefruit slice, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add the tequila and fresh lime juice.
- Top with grapefruit soda and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with a lime wedge or grapefruit slice, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
For a pitcher, combine 2 cups tequila, 1/2 cup fresh lime juice, and 1 liter grapefuit soda (like Fresca). Stir and serve over ice.
Notes
Spicy Skinny Paloma: add jalapeño slices and a tajin rim.
Mocktail Paloma: skip the tequila.
Mezcal Paloma: swap tequila for mezcal.
