The Ghostly Paloma is a hauntingly refreshing twist on the classic Paloma, perfect for your next Halloween celebration! This spooky cocktail blends tequila, grapefruit juice, and a splash of club soda for a light and citrusy drink, with a ghostly mist provided by a touch of dry ice. Rimmed with black sanding sugar and garnished with a lime wedge, the Ghostly Paloma is not only delicious but also creates an eerie, foggy effect that will add a chilling vibe to any Halloween party. It’s a fun and festive way to serve up spooky sips for your guests!
Ghostly Paloma
The Ghostly Paloma is a spooky twist on the classic Paloma, making it a must-have for your Halloween party! This refreshing cocktail blends 2 oz of tequila, 1/2 oz of lime juice, 2 oz of grapefruit juice, and a splash of club soda for a crisp, citrusy flavor. For added sweetness, you can mix in 1/2 oz of simple syrup. Start by rimming your glass with black sanding sugar for a haunting touch, then shake the tequila, lime juice, grapefruit juice, and simple syrup together with ice. Strain into your prepared glass and top with club soda. To complete the ghostly effect, carefully drop in a small piece of dry ice for a misty, eerie vibe, and garnish with a lime wedge. The Ghostly Paloma is sure to add a spooky chill to your celebration!
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- 2 oz grapefruit juice
- 2 oz club soda
- 1/2 oz simple syrup optional, for sweetness
- Black sanding sugar for rimming
- Lime wedge for garnish
- Dry ice for a ghostly effect optional, use caution
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it into black sanding sugar.
- In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, grapefruit juice, and simple syrup (if using) with ice. Shake well.
- Strain into your glass and top with club soda.
- For a spooky twist, carefully add a small piece of dry ice for a ghostly fog effect. Garnish with a lime wedge and enjoy!
Notes
- Tequila choice: Use a quality blanco or silver tequila for a crisp, clean flavor that complements the citrus juices.
- Sweetness level: Adjust the sweetness by adding or skipping the simple syrup. If you prefer a more tart drink, you can leave it out altogether.
- Dry ice caution: If using dry ice for the ghostly effect, handle it with gloves and use small pieces. Always ensure the dry ice has completely dissolved before drinking to avoid injury.
- Rim variations: While black sanding sugar is perfect for a spooky touch, you can also use black sea salt or regular salt for a more traditional Paloma twist.
- Batch it: This recipe can be easily multiplied for a larger crowd. Mix the ingredients (excluding club soda) in a pitcher and add club soda just before serving for ultimate fizz.
