Mezcal Paloma
Flavor Profile
Bright, citrusy, and lightly smoky — this cocktail strikes a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and earthy.
Spirit Swap
Use 1 oz mezcal and 1 oz reposado tequila for a less smoky flair that keeps the depth of flavor.
Glassware
A Collins glass or highball works beautifully to showcase the drink’s pale pink hue.
Seasonal Fit
This cocktail shines in spring and summer, but its smoky edge also makes it a standout during fall gatherings.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Ingredients
2 oz mezcal
1 oz grapefruit juice
½ oz lime juice
½ oz agave syrup
Club soda or seltzer water
Instructions
Fill a Collins glass with ice.
Add mezcal, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and agave syrup.
Stir gently to combine.
Top with club soda or seltzer water.
Garnish with a grapefruit slice and enjoy.
Notes from the Bar
Flavor Profile
Bright, citrusy, and lightly smoky, this cocktail strikes a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and earthy.
Spirit Swap
Use 1 oz mezcal and 1 oz reposado tequila for a less smoky flair that keeps the depth of flavor.
Glassware
A Collins glass or highball works beautifully to showcase the drink’s pale pink hue.
Seasonal Fit
This cocktail shines in spring and summer, but its smoky edge also makes it a standout during fall gatherings.
Make It a Mocktail
Substitute mezcal for a smoky non-alcoholic spirit and use sparkling grapefruit soda in place of the club soda for a refreshing zero-proof sip.
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Make It a Date Nite
This cocktail is part of something bigger for us. It's a ritual we return to week after week.
Each week, we create a Date Nite designed around one drink, one thoughtful menu, and the feeling of slowing down together. The kind of night where the table is set with intention, the music hums softly in the background, and the evening unfolds without rushing.
For this Date Nite, we’ve paired a cocktail with a cozy, make-ahead-friendly menu, so you can enjoy the process without spending the whole night in the kitchen. We also include little touches we love like timing notes, a head start option, and a playlist to set the mood. Feel to pair the meal with any of our cocktails.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And turning an ordinary night at home into something that feels quietly special.
Each Date Nite includes a curated menu, cocktail pairing and a playlist, as well as another thoughtful extras like make-ahead tips, leftover ideas or table talk prompts to carry the night.
Kevin & Kate
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