Lavender Paloma Cocktail
This lavender paloma cocktail is fresh, fruity, and has just the right amount of floral notes. You’ll love this spring twist on the classic cocktail!
What is a Paloma?
A paloma is a tequila based cocktail. It is typically prepared with, tequila, lime juice, and grapefruit soda. It is served on the rocks with the option of a salt rim and a wedge of lime
Why you’ll love this cocktail
It’s easy to make, and super delicious. It has fresh grapefruit, butterfly pea flower infused tequila (more on that in a bit), and hints of lavender. It truly is the perfect spring cocktail
This drink is beautiful, and yes I know what you are thinking, who cares how pretty it is, i just want it to taste good. Well good news friends, it has both qualities. This is such an impressive drink and will really wow whoever you make it for.
So what is butterfly pea flower exactly?
It’s a caffeine free herbal tea, commonly known as blue tea. It is derived from a plant that is most common in south East Asian countries. It has a distinctive tint from the deep blue color of the petals. The tea changes color based on the pH level of the substance that is being added to it. So for example when adding a citrus to the tea, the color will change from blue to purple.
When infusing a liquid with this tea, the more dried petals you add, the deeper the shade of blue it will turn. And the longer it sits, the deeper the color gets also.
Where can you buy it? The easiest and fastest way to get your hands on this tea is Amazon. But any type of tea shop should usually have it. Both the loose and tea bag versions will work.
How to make this cocktail
First, infuse the tequila. This step can be done ahead of time, as it is able to sit out and will not affect the final flavor of the cocktail
Make the lavender simple syrup, infuse for 5 minutes, strain, and chill.
Juice the grapefruits. I highly recommend using fresh grapefruits or citrus for any cocktail, as store bought bottled juice does not taste the same.
Stir the tequila and syrup together over ice, then top it off with the grapefruit juice and seltzer right before serving.
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Lavender Paloma Cocktail
Ingredients
- 2 oz of tequila
- 1 tablespoon butterfly pea flower (loose or tea bag both work)
- 2 oz grapefruit juice
- 2 oz club soda or seltzer
- 1 and 1/4 oz lavender simple syrup
- 1/2 cup (118 grams) water
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) sugar
- 2 teaspoons dried lavender
Instructions
- Infuse the tequila with the butterfly pea flower for 5-10 minutes, and then drain.
- Dip the rim of your glass lightly into grapefruit juice, then dip in course salt.
- Fill glass with ice cubes.
- Pour the tequila and simple syrup into the glass.
- Stir together in a separate container the grapefruit juice and seltzer.
- Once ready to serve, top off the cocktail with juice mixture. Garnish with a sprig of dried lavender if desired.
- Watch the magic happen as the cocktail turns from blue to shades of pink and purple.
- Cheers and enjoy!
- In a small saucepan heat the water and sugar and bring to a boil.
- Stir in the dried lavender and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Strain and chill over an ice bath.
Notes:
Extra lavender simple syrup will hold in the fridge for several weeks