Sparkling Rosemary Paloma

This is a perfect option for any day of the week. It’s so refreshing and perfect for sipping while you sit back and relax.

Make Rosemary Simple Syrup ahead of time. Recipe is as follows:

In a small saucepan over medium heat mix 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup water and add 2-3 sprigs of rosemary. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sugar is fully dissolved and the water is not cloudy. Strain the rosemary out and pour the liquid into an airtight glass container and store in the refrigerator. Will last about 4 weeks.

2 oz. Tequila (Blanco)
1 oz. Rosemary Simple Syrup **
.5 oz. Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice
2-3 oz. Sparkling Grapefruit Soda (like Squirt or for a no sugar option use LaCroix)
Optional Garnish: Kosher Salt for the Rim, Fresh Grapefruit Wedges, Rosemary Sprig

Salt the rim of a glass and set aside.  In a cocktail shaker filled with ice add the tequila, simple syrup, and lime juice. Shake and strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.  Top off with grapefruit soda and use bar spoon to stir. Garnish with grapefruit and rosemary.  Cheers!

**Regular simple syrup will work fine but just add a sprig of rosemary in the glass before you put ice in and the rosemary essence will come through.