Moisten the edge of your glass with a grapefruit wedge. Rim the glass with cinnamon salty sugar.
Fill the glass with crushed ice.
Add a few ice cubes to a cocktail shaker.
Pour in the tequila, Grand Marnier, grapefruit juice, orange juice, and cinnamon simple syrup.
Shake well for about 20 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over the crushed ice.
Top with a splash or two of club soda.
Stir gently to combine.
Garnish with a grapefruit wedge.
Enjoy immediately!
Notes
Pro Tips
A few minor details help this drink shine. None of them takes extra effort, and each one makes the flavor a little brighter or more balanced.
Use fresh grapefruit juice for the best taste.
Chill your glass for a cleaner finish.
Make the cinnamon syrup ahead so it’s cooled.
Shake a touch longer if you want more dilution.
Try ruby red grapefruit for a sweeter version.
Add more club soda for a lighter, more refreshing drink.
Use clear ice cubes in the shaker so it doesn’t water down too fast.
Taste before topping with soda so you can adjust the sweetness.
Feel free to experiment with the sweetness and bubbles to find your favorite balance while keeping the spirit of the Cinnamon Grapefruit Paloma intact.
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