Frozen Palomas for Tequila Tuesday

Have I got a treat for you – Frozen Palomas to celebrate Tequila Tuesday (aka Taco Tuesday).

I almost forgot it was Tuesday. That’s what happens after a long weekend, however, the upside is that I’m one day closer than I thought to the weekend. Yes!

So what do I like about these Frozen Palomas? Everything…If you like Tequila and Grapefruit then you are sure to enjoy this simple, blended twist on a classic tequila cocktail. I read somewhere recently that the Paloma is the most popular tequila based drink – not the Margarita.  There is your fun fact for the day.

I love that this drink takes little prep. The most time intensive step is peeling the grapefruit so you know this is an easy drink that everyone can make but only adults can enjoy. Don’t let the grapefruit fool you into thinking this is going to taste like a health drink. I promise it won’t taste like a juice or smoothie.

Here’s what you need:

• One big Ruby Red Grapefruit
• One fresh lime
• Tequila
• Simple Syrup
• Sprite or Sprite Zero
• Ice

It is that easy. If you want to be fancy you may also want some coarse sugar for rimming the glasses. Totally optional.

Add the grapefruit, juice of the lime, tequila, simple syrup and top with ice in the blender jar. Blend until smooth in consistency and then either pour in one really big glass or be nice and share with a friend or significant other.  My decision on sharing comes down to what kind of day I’m having…just kidding.

Let’s toast to Tequila Tuesday, 4 day work weeks and any other reason – no matter how big or small!

If you don’t enjoy Tequila, then you could also enjoy a Frozen Negroni. Hate grapefruit? Why not try my favourite Raspberry Lemonade Moscato Slush.

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Frozen Palomas

Prep Time

5 mins

 

Course: Drinks

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 ruby red grapefruit peel removed
• 1 lime juiced
• 2 ounces tequila
• 2 tbsp simple syrup
• 1 cup Sprite or Sprite Zero
• 2 cups ice

Instructions

1. Remove peel from grapefruit and cut in half.

2. Juice your lime and discard the remnants. 

3. Add all ingredients to the blender including lime juice and grapefruit, ice last.

4. Turn blender on to Variable 1 speed and slowly increase to Variable 10. Blend until ice, grapefruit and liquid are well blended.

5. Pour into two glasses and enjoy.

Recipe Notes

1. If you enjoy a stronger drink, increase the Tequila content. I recommend starting out as listed and increase to personal taste.
2. Try rimming your glasses with coarse sugar.