Ginger Holiday Paloma, for two

What’s better than a Paloma? A Ginger Holiday Paloma that’s perfect for sharing. Bright, bubbly, and packed with holiday cheer.

Let’s raise a toast to the holiday season with a cocktail that’s made for sharing—Ginger Holiday Palomas for Two! Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or simply want to share a festive drink with someone special, this holiday twist on the classic Paloma is the perfect choice.

With the zesty brightness of fresh grapefruit and lime, a splash of pomegranate or cranberry for a seasonal touch, and the warm spice of cinnamon syrup, these Palomas deliver a perfect balance of flavors. Topping them with ginger beer instead of sparkling water gives this cocktail an extra kick that feels just right for the holidays. Easy to make and irresistibly festive, they’re a crowd-pleaser in miniature form.

Want to make this into pitcher form? scroll below this recipe!

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Ginger Holiday Paloma, for two

Time to make: 5 minutes minutes

Hosting this season? Ginger Holiday Palomas are the perfect cocktail for two—bright, spicy, and delightfully refreshing!

Print Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 oz Fresh Grapefruit juice
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 1.5 oz pomegranate juice or unsweetened cranberry
• 4 oz Tequila or Mezcal
• 3/4 oz cinnamon syrup

Instructions

• Add all ingredients except ginger beer to a shaker, add ice and shake.
• Double strain equally into two glasses filled with ice.
• Top with approx 2-3 oz of ginger beer per glass!
• Garnish & enjoy!

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Pitcher Build (makes ~12 drinks)

• 12 oz fresh grapefruit juice
• 6 oz fresh lime juice
• 9 oz pomegranate juice (or unsweet cranberry)
• 24 oz tequila or mezcal (3 cups)
• 4.5 oz cinnamon syrup

To Serve

Pour base into a pitcher — chill ahead if possible.

To finish each glass:
Top with 2–3 oz ginger beer per glass (or ~24–36 oz total, so 2–3 cans, depending on how bubbly you like it).

Method

• Combine all ingredients except ginger beer in a large pitcher.
• Stir with ice (or chill in fridge until service).
• Pour over fresh ice + top with ginger beer.
• Garnish.

Tip: If you want people to self-serve / garnish bar style, leave the ginger beer on the side & have guests top their glass so it stays bubbly.

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Xoxo, cheers!