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Cardamom Citrus Coffee Spritzer | A Unique 4-Ingredient Sparkling Iced Coffee Drink for Craft Cocktail Lovers

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Revamp your afternoon pick-me-up with this Cardamom Citrus Coffee Spritzer, a delicious & refreshing sparkling iced coffee drink with a layer of complexity and warmth thanks to the cardamom simple syrup.

This Cardamom Citrus Coffee Spritzer recipe from Recipe Fiction is dang good. I was on the fence about all the sparkling iced coffee drinks I’ve been seeing but when Recipe Fiction’s recipe showed up in my Pinterest feed, I knew I had to give it a shot.

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I’ve seen recipes* that claim to be “the cocktail for coffee lovers!” but this, my friends, is the sparkling iced coffee drink for cocktail lovers. It’s the perfect bridge to carry you from your morning coffee to your evening cocktail.

*It’s me. I’ve claimed it. Check out these coffee cocktails: the White Russian & the Colorado Bulldog.

This Cardamom Citrus Coffee Spritzer has got the elements of a well-crafted cocktail– the citrus, the flavored simple syrup, the bubbles– plus the caffeine kick of java. It’s the best of both worlds. Well, it doesn’t have alcohol and I’m sure some folks would definitely include that in the category of “best”. That can easily be remedied by adding in some vodka and/or coffee liqueur.

For a lower ABV drink, just add 3/4 oz of coffee liqueur. If you want it ~actually~ boozy, add in an ounce of vodka in addition to the coffee liqueur.

Revamp your afternoon pick-me-up with this Cardamom Citrus Coffee Spritzer, a delicious & refreshing sparkling iced coffee drink with a layer of complexity and warmth thanks to the cardamom simple syrup.

You could use this same recipe as an outline for other coffee spritzer variations but personally, I love this one. Cardamom is one of my favorite flavors and I’ve long loved it paired with coffee. I lived with a Mexican-American family in a Tibetan village (long story) for a time and one of my favorite memories is enjoying freshly roasted coffee with a few crushed cardamom pods tossed in. If you’ve never had cardamom before, it’s got a beautiful warm complexity to it. I’d describe it as a little fennel-y, a little clove-y, and even a little fruity. If you’ve ever had chai tea before, you’ve had cardamom. You can read more about this unique spice in this short post.

Purchasing pre-made cardamom simple syrup is an option, but if you’ve got the patience to wait for an Amazon Prime package, 5 spare minutes, and enjoy saving a few bucks, I highly recommend you make your own.

If you’re not into cardamom, you can still try making a delish coffee spritzer by using demerara simple syrup, honey simple syrup, or even lavender simple syrup instead.

Have you had a coffee spritzer? What flavors have you tried? If you try out this Cardamom Citrus Coffee Spritzer, be sure to let me know in a comment or by tagging me on Instagram!

Revamp your afternoon pick-me-up with this Cardamom Citrus Coffee Spritzer, a delicious & refreshing sparkling iced coffee drink with a layer of complexity and warmth thanks to the cardamom simple syrup.

Ingredients for a Cardamom Citrus Coffee Spritzer

  • 4 oz cold brew coffee
  • 1/4 – 1/2 oz freshly-squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 oz cardamom simple syrup
  • sparkling water or club soda

How to Make a Cardamom Citrus Coffee Spritzer

Add ice to a highball glass. Pour in the cold brew coffee, lemon juice, and cardamom syrup. Top off the rest of the glass with sparkling water. Stir gently to combine. Garnish with a fresh or dehydrated lemon wheel.

Cardamom Citrus Coffee Spritzer

Revamp your afternoon pick-me-up with this delicious & refreshing sparkling iced coffee drink with a layer of complexity and warmth thanks to the cardamom simple syrup.
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Prep Time 3 mins
Course Drinks
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz coldbrew coffee
  • ¼-½ oz freshly-squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 oz cardamom simple syrup*
  • sparkling water or club soda

Instructions
 

  • Add ice to a highball glass.
  • Pour in the cold brew coffee, lemon juice, and cardamom syrup.
  • Top off the rest of the glass with sparkling water.
  • Stir gently to combine.
  • Garnish with a fresh or dehydrated lemon wheel.

Notes

*Cardamom simple syrup: learn how to make it yourself in just a few minutes or purchase some from Amazon.
Keyword cardamom, cardamom simple syrup, coffee, coffee spritzer, cold brew coffee, lemon, lemon juice, sparkling iced coffee

Looking for other ways to use your cardamom simple syrup? Try it out in these recipes:

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Vodka Gimlet | An Effortless 3-Ingredient Variation of a Timeless Classic Cocktail

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The Vodka Gimlet is a variation of the classic Gimlet using-- you guessed it-- vodka in lieu of gin. It's fresh, vibrant, and elegant. This rendition is perfect if you're looking to change things up, test drive a new vodka, or as an alternative for the imbiber who doesn't fancy the strong distinct taste of gin.

The Vodka Gimlet is a variation of the classic Gimlet using– you guessed it– vodka in lieu of gin. It’s fresh, vibrant, and elegant. This rendition is perfect if you’re looking to change things up, test drive a new vodka, or as an alternative for the imbiber who doesn’t fancy the strong distinct taste of gin.

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If you’ve been following along with me on my Instagram, receive my newsletter, or saw this Stork Club recipe post, you’ll know that I’ve been expecting a baby. Well, that baby is HERE!

While I was pregnant, I compiled a list of cocktail recipes made by my #drinkstagram friends. They all looked SO good and I was eagerly awaiting the day when I could safely enjoy them. That day has come. Technically. But the reality is that by the time evening comes around and both kids are in bed, I’m beat.

I have no physical or mental energy to spare on homemade ingredients and infusions. I don’t have the time for liquor store runs to purchase additional liqueurs and bitters, nor do I have extra cash laying around to pay for them. (Babies aren’t free– have you heard?)

I know one day I’ll be able to make all those recipes I’ve been drooling over. But for now, I’m at peace with my limitations. Limitations which are: minimal time + minimal ingredients.

Wouldn’t you know that classic cocktails are just that.

One of my all-time favorite cocktails is the gimlet. I was going to make myself one but then saw a new bottle of vodka sitting on my bar that has been waiting to be opened for months now.

Vodka is one of those spirits that I want to learn more about. I know that it can be distilled from a variety of ingredients (potatoes, wheat, grapes…) but it still mostly all tastes the same to me.

The Vodka Gimlet is a variation of the classic Gimlet using-- you guessed it-- vodka in lieu of gin. It's fresh, vibrant, and elegant. This rendition is perfect if you're looking to change things up, test drive a new vodka, or as an alternative for the imbiber who doesn't fancy the strong distinct taste of gin.

Howeverrrrr, when I opened up a bottle of vodka made from quinoa, my tune changed. The stuff tastes entirely unique. It’s got a unique earthy, mineral taste not common in vodka.

The best way to get a feel for a new-to-you spirit, after sipping it neat, is to use it in a classic cocktail. I plan on making a Lemon Drop using this quinoa vodka but thought that a Vodka Gimlet would be fun, too.

This was actually my first time trying a Vodka Gimlet and it was great. The quinoa lends some unique metallic notes to the drink while maintaining the tartness and crispness that I love in a classic Gimlet. I’ll definitely be trying out my other vodkas in a Vodka Gimlet to see how they all compare.

If you’re into the idea of a Vodka Gimlet, check out these other classic cocktail variations I’ve tried:

Have you ever made a Vodka Gimlet? Have you found that vodkas distilled from different ingredients produce a wildly different final product? Let me know in a comment– I’d love to hear your thoughts.

The Vodka Gimlet is a variation of the classic Gimlet using-- you guessed it-- vodka in lieu of gin. It's fresh, vibrant, and elegant. This rendition is perfect if you're looking to change things up, test drive a new vodka, or as an alternative for the imbiber who doesn't fancy the strong distinct taste of gin. | easy vodka recipes | classic vodka recipes

Vodka Gimlet

The Vodka Gimlet is a simple variation of the Gimlet, a classic cocktail. It's fresh, vibrant, and elegant. Since this drink only has 3 ingredients, using fresh lime juice will make all the difference.
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Prep Time 3 mins
Course Drinks
Servings 1

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz vodka
  • ¾ oz freshly-squeezed lime juice
  • ¾ oz simple syrup*

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker that's filled with ice.
  • Shake well, about 20 seconds.
  • Strain into a coupe glass.
  • Garnish with a lime wheel.

Notes

*Making your own simple syrup is all too easy. Just add equal parts water and white sugar to a sauce pan. Heat until dissolved and let cool. 
Keyword gimlet, lime, lime juice, simple syrup, vodka, vodka gimlet

Ingredients to Make a Vodka Gimlet

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 3/4 oz freshly-squeezed lime juice (fresh makes all the difference)
  • 3/4 oz simple syrup (more or less to your liking)

How to Make a Vodka Gimlet

Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker that’s filled with ice. Shake well, about 20 seconds. Strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.

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Dirty Dr. Pepper | An Easy 3-Ingredient Alcohol-Free Drink Recipe That’s Perfect for Summer

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Looking for the perfect alcohol-free drink recipe for summer? The Dirty Dr. Pepper is it! It’s refreshing and totally gives off tropical vibes. And best of all, it only has three ingredients. This is one drink you’ll be making over and over again.

The Dirty Dr. Pepper is the perfect alcohol-free drink recipe for summer. It's refreshing and totally gives off tropical vibes. And best of all, it only has three ingredients. This is one drink you'll be making over and over again.

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I can’t believe I waited so long to try this recipe. I actually think it was *the* first alcohol-free drink recipe I ever pinned on Pinterest. Back in the early 2010s. I’ve seen it floating around Pinterest several times since then and each time I’ve thought Man, that sounds so unique–I really need to try it. Here I am. Almost a decade later. I just hope YOU won’t waste a decade without trying a Dirty Dr. Pepper.

I think the name Dirty Dr. Pepper is a bit of a misnomer. After all, when I hear a drink referred to as “dirty” I automatically think it’s going to be alcoholic (hello, Dirty Shirley) or have espresso in it (like a dirty chai latte). The authentic Dirty Dr. Pepper recipe, whose origins are unknown, calls for neither. But, I think you could make this recipe extra dirty by adding 1½ oz of vodka or white rum. I’d say Tropical Paradise Dr. Pepper is a more fitting name, but I suppose it doesn’t roll off the tongue– or pique someone’s curiosity– as much as the original.

While surfing the internet to find the most common ingredient ratios, I also came across a recipe for a Muddy Dr. Pepper which adds a splash of half and half, too. That kiiinda weirds me out, but then again the Colorado Bulldog is delicious and it mixes Coke and half and half so it could be great. I’ll have to try it and report back.

The Dirty Dr. Pepper is the perfect alcohol-free drink recipe for summer. It's refreshing and totally gives off tropical vibes. And best of all, it only has three ingredients. This is one drink you'll be making over and over again.

Full disclosure: I actually used Dr. Thunder. A travesty? Perhaps. Just don’t tell Dr. Pepper. I figured a sign of a truly great recipe is if it works with the store-brand ingredients, too. Actually, nah. That wasn’t my motivation. Good ol’ Dr. T was 25% cheaper than his name-brand counterpart. Your girl can’t pass up a bargain.

If you’re trying to watch your calories, you can buy sugar-free coconut syrup (on Amazon or in the coffee section of your grocery store) and Diet Dr. Pepper. But you’re already skipping the alcohol so in my mind– enough calories saved. Just drink the full-sugar version.

If you’re interested in trying out another alcohol-free drink recipe, check these out:

I actually have a ton of alcohol-free drink recipes– just select the “mocktail” from the “Browse by Liquor” drop down bar on the right hand side of this blog.

If you try this Dirty Dr. Pepper recipe, LET ME KNOW! I wanna know if you love it as much as I do! If you try it with another soda variety, you’ve gotta let me know about that, too. You can comment down below or tag me on Instagram.

Ingredients for a Dirty Dr. Pepper – An Alcohol-Free Drink Recipe

  • juice from half a lime
  • 3/4 oz coconut syrup
  • 5+ oz Dr. Pepper

How to Make a Dirty Dr. Pepper – An Alcohol-Free Drink Recipe

Fill up a tall glass with ice. Add the juice from the lime and the coconut syrup. Pour in the Dr. Pepper. Stir with a paper straw to mix. Garnish with a lime wedge.

The Dirty Dr. Pepper is the perfect alcohol-free drink recipe for summer. It's refreshing and totally gives off tropical vibes. And best of all, it only has three ingredients. This is one drink you'll be making over and over again.
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Happiness in Liquid Form | An Earthy Tiki Cocktail Recipe Inspired by Alfie Templeman’s Hit Song

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The Happiness in Liquid Form cocktail recipe is the perfect balance of fruity and earthy and it practically demands to be sipped on outside in the summer sun. It combines zesty lime, sweet pineapple, tropical passionfruit, and spicy ginger with smoky mezcal and aged rum.

Looking for the perfect summer cocktail recipe? Happiness in Liquid Form is the perfect balance of fruity and earthy and it practically demands to be sipped on outside in the summer sun. Read on to hear more about the inspiration behind this drink.

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If you didn’t know, Instagram is poppin’ with cocktail recipes. Before starting Girl & Tonic, I was unaware that such a world existed. At first, I was worried when I realized there were so many other cocktail accounts on IG. I mean… competition. Lots of it. But I soon learned that the #drinkstagram community is incredibly supportive. I’ve “met” some truly amazing people on it.

Some of those awesome people and I are in a group DM where were ask for advice on recipes, photography, and share photos of our pets and midcentury furniture (these are my people, y’all!). One of them, @soundtrackmydrink, came up with the idea to do a song swap– each of us picked a song and then that song was secretly given to another member of the group. The task was then to create a cocktail based on that song. Brilliant, yes? Also a great test of our creativity.

I was given @turnstylepoet‘s song of choice: Happiness in Liquid Form by Alfie Templeman. As soon as I heard the beat, I knew I had to go the tiki route. I mean, if you listen to the song, it sounds like summer.

The Happiness in Liquid Form cocktail recipe is the perfect balance of fruity and earthy and it practically demands to be sipped on outside in the summer sun. It combines zesty lime, sweet pineapple, tropical passionfruit, and spicy ginger with smoky mezcal and aged rum.

The beat of the song is peppy. It makes you want to dance or at the very least, drive with the windows down. A quintessential summer song, imo.

To match the summer disco vibes in Happiness in Liquid Form, I knew I wanted to use some traditional tiki flavors. Rum. Pineapple. Passionfruit. Lime. I also wanted to add a little earthiness to the mix since the song almost demands to be listened to outside with grass beneath your feet and the sun warming your skin. Enter smoky mezcal and the hemp bitters.

Beneath the upbeat tempo are some tortured lyrics, though. Alfie can’t figure out why his feelings are unrequited. To match his bitterness and cynicism, I added the ginger. It’s an underlying spiciness that doesn’t compete with the rest of the drink’s bright summer flavors. But it’s there.

Finally, to complete this Happiness in Liquid Form cocktail recipe, I added a spritz of peppermint hydrosol to match the initial happy-go-lucky mood of the song.

I realize this drink seems a little more complex than some of my recipes in the past, but it’s really not difficult to make. You can skip the peppermint hydrosol and the hemp bitters and still have a truly tasty drink. If you can’t find a pineapple-ginger juice blend, simply muddle a slice or two of fresh ginger in your cocktail shaker. Or add half a teaspoon of ginger paste.

The Happiness in Liquid Form cocktail recipe is the perfect balance of fruity and earthy and it practically demands to be sipped on outside in the summer sun. It combines zesty lime, sweet pineapple, tropical passionfruit, and spicy ginger with smoky mezcal and aged rum.

If you make this Happiness in Liquid Form cocktail recipe, be sure to tag me on Instagram. I love seeing y’all’s reshakes! And stay tuned for next month’s newsletter because I’ll be including a list of songs and recipes from the other #drinkstagrammers who participated in this fun challenge!

Ingredients for the Happiness in Liquid Form Cocktail Recipe

  • 1 oz aged rum
  • 1/2 oz mezcal
  • 3/4 oz pineapple-ginger juice*
  • 1/2 oz lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 3/4 oz passionfruit syrup**
  • 2 drops hemp bitters
  • 2 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters
  • 1 spritz of peppermint hydrosol, optional

*If you can’t find a pineapple-ginger juice blend, simply muddle a slice or two of fresh ginger in your cocktail shaker. Or add half a teaspoon of ginger paste.

**My passionfruit syrup is quite sweet but other brands can lean more tart. Adjust this amount to your liking.

How to Make the Happiness in Liquid Form Cocktail

Add all of the ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well, about 20 seconds. Strain into a glass that’s filled with crushed ice. Spritz the glass with peppermint hydrosol. Garnish with a lime wheel and pineapple leaves.

Happiness in Liquid Form – An Earthy Tiki Cocktail Recipe

Happiness in Liquid Form is the perfect balance of fruity and earthy and it practically demands to be sipped on outside in the summer sun. It combines zesty lime, sweet pineapple, tropical passionfruit, and spicy ginger with smoky mezcal and aged rum.
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Prep Time 3 mins
Course Drinks
Servings 1

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker

Ingredients
  

  • 1 oz aged rum
  • ½ oz mezcal
  • ¾ oz pineapple-ginger juice*
  • ½ oz lime juice
  • ¾ oz passion fruit syrup**
  • 2 drops hemp bitters
  • 2 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters
  • 1 spritz peppermint hydrosol (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Add all of the ingredients except the peppermint hydrosol to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  • Shake well, about 20 seconds.
  • Strain into a glass that's filled with crushed ice.
  • *If you can't find a pineapple-ginger juice blend, simply muddle a slice or two of fresh ginger in your cocktail shaker. Or add half a teaspoon of ginger paste.
    **My passionfruit syrup is quite sweet but other brands can lean more tart. Adjust this amount to your liking.
  • Garnish with a lime wheel and pineapple leaves.

Notes

*If you can’t find a pineapple-ginger juice blend, simply muddle a slice or two of fresh ginger in your cocktail shaker. Or add half a teaspoon of ginger paste.
**The passionfruit syrup I have is quite sweet but other brands can lean more tart. Adjust this amount to your liking.
Keyword aged rum, ginger, hemp bitters, lime, lime juice, mezcal, passion fruit syrup, pineapple juice, pineapple-ginger juice

Looking for some other summery cocktail recipes? Check these out:

  • Mezcal in Maui – another cocktail recipe with sweet pineapple juice and smoky mezcal
  • Summer Sipper – green tea, cucumber, & mint make for a very refreshing sip
  • Spicy Mango – a two-ingredient drink with sherbet & champagne
  • Isla del Sol – an irresistable passionfruit Paloma recipe

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Salted Sage Paloma | An Easy & Unique Cocktail Recipe With A Delicious Alcohol-Free Option

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This Salted Sage Paloma was originally created as a no-ABV drink by Nanda Kampmark of Slow Mixology. She made it as a mocktail recipe and I enjoyed it as such, but it's delicious with tequila, too. If you're looking for a refreshing drink that's unique and not overly sweet, this is the one for you.

This Salted Sage Paloma was originally created as a no-ABV drink by Nanda Kampmark of Slow Mixology. She made it as a mocktail recipe and I enjoyed it as such, but it’s delicious with tequila, too. If you’re looking for a refreshing drink that’s not too sweet, this is the one for you.

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you buy a product via my affiliate link, I will receive a commission. This is at no additional cost to you. I only recommend products I actually like! 

I originally saw this recipe on my friend Jake’s Instagram page. A long time ago. And I’ve thought about it several times since then and finally got around to making it. Now I’m just kicking myself for waiting so dang long.

I think part of the reason I waited is that if I’m honest, the thought of salt in a cocktail–and not just around the rim of one– freaked me out. I’ve long seen a pinch of salt or # drops of saline as ingredients in fancy craft cocktails. And I knooowww that a smidgeon of salt really just enhances existing flavors instead of overruling them with saltiness. But I was still afraid. And if that’s you, too, I’m here to say Don’t worry, I promise you won’t feel like you’re licking a block of salt when you drink this recipe.

This Salted Sage Paloma was originally created as a no-ABV drink by Nanda Kampmark of Slow Mixology. She made it as a mocktail recipe and I enjoyed it as such, but it's delicious with tequila, too. If you're looking for a refreshing drink that's unique and not overly sweet, this is the one for you.

The salt in the sage syrup is actually the perfect complement to the earthy sage and the bitter grapefruit. Ugh. Really, why didn’t I embrace this sooner? Now I wanna go around sprinkling sea salt in all my syrups.

Using herb simple syrups brings a lot of complexity to mocktails– you won’t miss the alcohol! This recipe is pretty similar to my Grapefruit Rosemary Spritzer. Be sure to check that one out, too, if you’re down for mocktails that don’t only taste like juice. If you’re a big fan of sage, be sure to check out my Avendesora and Autumm in Tuscany recipes, too.

How to Make Salted Sage Simple Syrup

To make the salted sage simple syrup, add 3 tablespoons of water, 3 tablespoons of sugar, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, and a handful of sage leaves to a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved. Let it cool. Remove the sage leaves. Store in an airtight container (these are perfect for small batch simple syrups) and place in the fridge until ready to use.

Ingredients for a Salted Sage Paloma (with Alcohol-Free Option)

  • 1 1/2 oz tequila reposado (omit for a 100% amazing mocktail)
  • 1/2 oz salted sage syrup*
  • 2 oz freshly-squeezed grapefruit juice
  • 1/2 oz freshly-squeezed lime juice
  • 1+ oz soda water

How to Make a Salted Sage Paloma Cocktail & Mocktail

Add all ingredients except the soda water into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well. Strain into a lowball glass that has a couple large ice cubes in it. Top off the rest of the glass with your soda water. Garnish with a slice of grapefruit juice and a sprig of sage.

Salted Sage Paloma (w/ Mocktail Option)

This Salted Sage Paloma was originally created as a no-ABV drink by Nanda Kampmark of Slow Mixology. She made it as a mocktail recipe and I enjoyed it as such, but it's delicious with tequila, too. If you're looking for a refreshing drink that's unique and not overly sweet, this is the one for you.
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Prep Time 3 mins
Course Drinks
Servings 1

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ oz tequila or tequila alternative (omit for a 100% amazing mocktail)
  • ½ oz salted sage simple syrup*
  • 2 oz grapefruit juice, freshly squeezed is best
  • ½ oz lime juice
  • 1+ oz club soda

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients except the soda water into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  • Shake well. Strain into a lowball glass that has a couple large ice cubes in it. Top
  • Top off the rest of the glass with your soda water.
  • Garnish with a slice of grapefruit juice and a sprig of sage.

Notes

*How to Make Salted Sage Simple Syrup
To make the salted sage simple syrup, add 3 tablespoons of water, 3 tablespoons of sugar, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, and a handful of sage leaves to a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved. Let it cool. Remove the sage leaves. Store in an airtight container (these are perfect for small batch simple syrups) and place in the fridge until ready to use.
Keyword club soda, grapefruit, grapefruit juice, lime juice, paloma, sage, salted sage simple syrup
This Salted Sage Paloma was originally created as a no-ABV drink by Nanda Kampmark of Slow Mixology. She made it as a mocktail recipe and I enjoyed it as such, but it's delicious with tequila, too. If you're looking for a refreshing drink that's unique and not overly sweet, this is the one for you.