The expressed citrus peel that finishes the Old Fashioned adds a ton of nuance and brightness to the cocktail – never skip it! Depending on the spirit, sweetener, and bitters used, a lemon, lime, or grapefruit twist could all be suitable garnishes. A combination of whiskey (or brandy, or any spirit really), bitters, a small amount of sweetener, and an orange peel are all you need to fix this classic. Historically known as ‘bittered sling’, the OF was intended as a medicinal preparation. The Old Fashioned is the original cocktail. Mezcal is produced throughout Mexico, whereas tequila is made only within five states. It’s also more common to make a Paloma with mezcal than tequila in Mexico. The Paloma is the national cocktail of Mexico, more popular than the American favorite, the Margarita. The Paloma and the Old Fashioned are both featured in my Essential 3-Ingredient Cocktails, available over on Amazon! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

If you use a quality, not too sweet grapefruit soda, the Paloma is a fantastic cocktail that is also incredibly easy to make.ĭisclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. It’s a classic highball that stands out because of its perfectly balanced sweet and sour flavors combined with the earthy agave flavor of the tequila. It’s fairly common to serve it with a salted rim, not unlike a classic Margarita. The classic Paloma is a tequila or mezcal cocktail made with a squeeze of lime and a long pour of grapefruit soda. A squeeze of lemon or lime livens things up and keeps sweetness in check, while a couple dashes of Angostura bitters keep things interesting. This refreshing whiskey cocktail is a playful mashup of two classics – the Paloma and the Old Fashioned.īourbon and crisp grapefruit are the stars of the show here.

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