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Cinnamon Honey Paloma cocktail in a tall glass with cinnamon sugar rim and grapefruit garnish

Cinnamon Honey Paloma

A delightful cocktail that balances sweet, tart, and smoky flavors, perfect for sunny afternoons or cozy evenings.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 1/4 cup apple cider
  • 3/4 cup grapefruit juice
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 3/4 cup silver tequila
  • 3/4 cup Mezcal or additional tequila
  • 2 bottles (12 ounces each) ginger beer
  • Sliced apples for serving (optional)
  • Sugared rosemary for serving (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional for rim)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional for rim)
  • 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile powder (optional for rim)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional for rim)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cinnamon honey syrup: In a small saucepan, bring 1/2 cup of water, honey, and cinnamon sticks to a boil over high heat. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat and cool.
  2. Mix the magic: In a large pitcher, combine apple cider, grapefruit juice, lime juice, tequila, Mezcal, and the cinnamon honey syrup. Stir and chill.
  3. Garnish the glasses (optional): Rim glasses with the sugar mix by running a slice of grapefruit or lime around the edges and dipping in the mixture.
  4. Serve it up: Fill each glass with ice, pour the Paloma over, and finish with ginger beer. Enjoy as is or create a mocktail by omitting alcohol.

Notes

Use ripe fruit for extra sweetness. Chill ingredients for best flavor. Avoid overdosing on sweetness by balancing with lime or grapefruit juice.

  • Author: ana-armas
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 15mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: cocktail, summer drink, refreshing, paloma, cinnamon, honey