What ingredients are in a Lazy Coconut Paloma?

30 ml Coconut Liqueur, 75 ml Grapefruit Juice, Top Soda Water

What glass do you use for a Lazy Coconut Paloma?

A Lazy Coconut Paloma is traditionally served in a Highball glass.

How strong is a Lazy Coconut Paloma?

A Lazy Coconut Paloma has an estimated ABV of 4,47%.

How many calories are in a Lazy Coconut Paloma?

A Lazy Coconut Paloma contains approximately 110 calories per serving.

Lazy Coconut Paloma

Copa Highball glass

Dificultad Easy

Calorías ~110 kcal

ABV 4,47%

Ingredientes

Instrucciones

Mix the coconut liqueur (preferably tequila) with the grapefruit juice and top with soda water. Garnish with a large grapefruit slice against the inside of the glass.

Lazy Sharp

El Lazy Coconut Paloma es una versión simple y de bajo contenido de alcohol del clásico cóctel mexicano Paloma, sustituyendo el tequila por licor de coco y coronando con agua con gas sobre jugo de toronja. La dulzura tropical del coco combina inesperadamente bien con el carácter cítrico amargo del pomelo, creando una bebida más ligera y accesible que el original. Una gran rodaja de pomelo dentro del vaso lo hace visualmente llamativo.

History & Origins

The Paloma is the most popular cocktail in Mexico, traditionally made with tequila and grapefruit soda. This 'lazy' coconut variation strips back the tequila in favor of coconut liqueur, reflecting the modern trend toward lower-alcohol, fruit-forward alternatives to spirit-forward cocktails. The exact origin of this specific coconut-grapefruit combination is disputed.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Tropical coconut and bitter-fresh grapefruit, with a light soda water effervescence. Palate: Sweet and bitter in equal measure — coconut liqueur's tropical sweetness is cut by grapefruit juice's characteristic bitter tartness, with soda water adding a refreshing lift. Finish: Clean and slightly bitter, with a lingering grapefruit and coconut duality.

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Pro Tip

Tuck a large grapefruit slice against the inside of the highball glass before adding the drink for a visually appealing presentation that also infuses extra citrus aroma.

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