Grapefruit and Tequila: Grapefruit Tequila Drink Recipes

Not all cocktails have to come from a bar! Grapefruit and tequila make the perfect pair, giving you a mix of bold flavor, brightness, and pure refreshment in every sip. The best part is that you can make these drinks at home!

Keep reading to explore simple and delicious grapefruit tequila drink recipes made with fresh Texas Rio red grapefruits that brighten up every glass.

Key Takeaways

• Grapefruit and tequila make the perfect pair for creating bright, refreshing cocktails that are easy to enjoy year-round.
• From the classic Paloma to new twists like the spicy grapefruit cocktail, you’re sure to love these delicious grapefruit tequila drinks.
• With Winter Sweetz Texas Rio red grapefruits, every drink becomes a burst of sunshine in your glass.

Paloma Cocktail

The Paloma is a tequila classic, and when you add freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, it gets even more vibrant and juicy. This paloma tequila grapefruit drink recipe balances tart and sweet, while a fizzy element lifts it to a light and refreshing cocktail. Some people might say pink grapefruit juice is the way to go for Palomas, but we prefer the Rio red’s delightfully tangy sweetness.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces of tequila
• 1 Texas Rio red grapefruit
• 1 lime
• 2 ounces of club soda or sparkling water
• Coarse sea salt
• Some cubes of ice

Instructions:

1. Cut your Texas Rio red grapefruit in half vertically, saving a wedge or two and juicing the rest.
2. Set aside 2 wedges of lime and juice the rest.
3. Rub the rim of a highball glass with one lime wedge and dip the glass in coarse sea salt.
4. Add some ice to the glass.
5. Pour in your tequila, two ounces of fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice, and your fresh-squeezed lime juice.
6. Top it off with some club soda or sparkling water.
7. Stir the mixture gently and garnish with a grapefruit wedge and a lime wedge.

Margarita Made With Grapefruit

This grapefruit twist on the Margarita offers a familiar tangy lime lift, complemented by extra depth from red grapefruit juice. It’s bold yet balanced, with a bit of citrus flair that sings.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces of tequila
• 1 Rio red grapefruit
• ½ ounce of fresh lime juice
• ½ ounce of orange liqueur
• ½ ounce of agave nectar
• Some salt
• Some cubes of ice

Instructions:

1. Start by cutting your Texas Rio red grapefruit in half from top to bottom. Save a wedge or two, and juice the rest.
2. Moisten the rim of the glass with a grapefruit wedge, and dip the glass in salt for a salt rim.
3. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes, then add your tequila, 1 ounce of red grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, and agave nectar.
4. Shake it well until the mix is cold.
5. Strain your mix into the salt-rimmed glass over some fresh ice cubes.
6. Then garnish it with a grapefruit wedge for the perfect finish.

Rosada Cocktail

Rosada is soft, elegant, and pink. Just the kind of drink that shows off grapefruit’s gentle side. With tequila, it becomes a sweet, citrusy cocktail that’s perfect for sipping and savoring.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces of tequila
• 1 Rio red grapefruit
• 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice
• ½ ounce of agave nectar
• Some ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Like with the other drinks so far, you’ll start by cutting your Texas Rio red grapefruit in half vertically. Save a few wedges, and then juice the rest.
2. Fill a shaker with some cubes of ice.
3. Add your tequila, 2 ounces of red grapefruit juice, freshly squeezed lime juice, and agave nectar.
4. Shake it well until it’s chilled.
5. Strain your mix into a glass over some ice cubes.
6. Garnish your mix with a grapefruit wedge for a delightful treat.

Cantarito Cocktail

The Cantarito turns every citrus into a party. This drink combo has grapefruit, lime, and orange all coming together with tequila in this festive highball. It’s bold, juicy, and made to be shared (or not).

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces of tequila
• 1 Texas Rio red grapefruit
• 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 ounce of fresh orange juice
• A splash of sparkling water or grapefruit soda
• Some coarse sea salt 
• Some cubes of ice

Instructions:

1. Again, juice your grapefruit, saving a few wedges for garnish.
2. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
3. Pour in your tequila,  1 ounce of grapefruit juice, lime juice, and your orange juice.
4. Stir it well to combine.
5. Top it up with a splash of sparkling water or grapefruit soda.
6. Garnish it well with a grapefruit wedge and lime wedge.

Spicy Grapefruit Cocktail

This one brings the heat. The spicy grapefruit cocktail mixes jalapeño slices with fresh grapefruit juice, lime juice, and tequila for a drink that wakes up your taste buds. It’s vibrant, daring, and a favorite when you want something with a bite.

Ingredients:

• 1½  ounces of tequila
• 2 Rio red grapefruits
• ½ ounce of fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon of agave nectar
• A few jalapeño slices 
• Coarse sea salt for rim 
• Some cubes of ice

Instructions:

1. Juice your grapefruits, setting aside a few wedges first.
2. Rim your glass with salt if you like, using a grapefruit wedge.
3. In a shaker, combine your tequila, 4 ounces of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, agave nectar, and ice cubes.
4. Shake well until it’s nicely chilled.
5. Strain your mix into a glass over fresh ice cubes.
6. Drop in jalapeño slices for some heat, and garnish with a grapefruit wedge.

Non-Alcoholic Paloma

Not everyone drinks alcohol, and grapefruit juice makes fantastic drinks for both alcohol lovers and non-alcohol drinkers alike. This version keeps all the grapefruit tang and fizz, without a drop of tequila.

Ingredients:

• 1 Rio red grapefruit
• 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 ounces of club soda or sparkling water
• ½ ounce of agave nectar (optional, for sweetness)
• Some cubes of ice

Instructions:

1. Juice your grapefruit, setting aside a few wedges first.
2. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
3. Add  1 ounce of your freshly squeezed grapefruit juice and your freshly squeezed lime juice.
4. Stir in agave nectar if you prefer a slightly sweeter mix.
5. Then top it up with some club soda or sparkling water.
6. Finally, garnish with a grapefruit wedge or lime wedge.

Sip Into Flavor With Homemade Grapefruit and Tequila Cocktails 

From simple Palomas to spicy grapefruit cocktails, these recipes prove just how refreshing grapefruit and tequila can be. Each sip delivers the perfect blend of sweetness, tang, and smooth flavor, whether enjoyed with or without alcohol. Freshly squeezed Texas Rio red grapefruit juice adds that bright citrus taste that makes every drink feel special.

At Winter Sweetz, we’re proud to share the juiciest Texas Rio red grapefruits that make these cocktails come to life. Though our harvest season has ended, you can sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know when our fresh, sun-kissed grapefruits return. 

Brighten your celebrations with refreshing cocktails, and sign up to know when Winter Sweetz’s Texas Rio red grapefruits return!

 

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