What does a paloma spritz taste like?
A paloma spritz tastes like a lighter, bubblier paloma: tart pink grapefruit and a little tequila, stretched out with sparkling wine or soda.
Paloma spritz
light, fizzy grapefruit
A paloma spritz takes the classic paloma (tequila, grapefruit and lime) and turns it into a spritz, usually with sparkling wine or soda and sometimes a splash of Aperol. Recipes vary a lot by bar. Expect tart, slightly bitter grapefruit up front, a peppery hint of tequila and plenty of bubbles. With prosecco it's softer and a little sweeter. With soda it's drier and crisper. It drinks lighter than a paloma, so it works for a long afternoon outside.
Where you’ll see it
On summer, brunch and patio menus, served in a big wine glass over ice with a grapefruit wedge, sometimes with a salt or chili-salt rim.
Order it if you want something lighter than a margarita and a little bitter.
Quick questions
- What is in a paloma spritz?
- It varies by bar, but usually tequila, grapefruit (juice or soda), lime and sparkling wine. Some versions add Aperol or use mezcal.
- Is a paloma spritz strong?
- Lighter than a paloma. There is less tequila and more bubbles, so it lands closer to an Aperol spritz.