Caya Sazerac

Ingredients:

• 2 oz (60 ml) Tequila (Blanco or Reposado)
• Grapefruit Soda (to top up, approximately 4-6 oz or 120-180 ml)
• Ice
• Optional: Salt for rimming the glass, and a lime or grapefruit wedge for garnish

Instructions:

• Prepare the Glass (Optional): If you prefer a salted rim, start by running a lime wedge around the rim of your glass. Dip the rim in salt, coating it lightly. This step is optional, so feel free to skip it if you prefer.
• Add Ice: Fill the glass with ice cubes to about three-quarters full.
• Pour Tequila: Measure 2 oz (60 ml) of tequila and pour it over the ice in the glass.
• Top with Grapefruit Soda: Slowly pour grapefruit soda over the tequila until the glass is nearly full, leaving some room for the soda to fizz without spilling over.
• Garnish (Optional): Garnish with a lime or grapefruit wedge on the rim of the glass.
• Stir Gently: Briefly stir the mixture with a spoon or a straw to mix the tequila and grapefruit soda together.
• Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately while the drink is cold and the soda is fizzy.

This simplified Paloma is refreshing and easy to make, perfect for a quick cocktail with minimal ingredients.