This sweet-tart cocktail is perfectly balanced and perfectly refreshing.
These days, many bartenders are swapping in mezcal (you’re able to use either!)
and fresh grapefruit juice, which makes for a less sweet drink.
Photo:Greg DuPree
If youre using tequila, a blanco works well.
We like salting the rim of the glass like you would with a margarita, but its totally optional.
kosher salt and 1/2 tsp.
chili powder on a small plate.
Cut 1 lime into quarters; cut another lime in half.
Rub a lime quarter along rims of 2 old-fashioned glasses.
Coat rims with salt mixture.
Fill glasses halfway with ice.
Juice remaining lime quarters and halves to equal 2 Tbsp.
Place juice in a cocktail shaker and fill halfway with ice.
Add 1/2 cup (4 oz.)
tequila or mezcal, 1/2 cup fresh grapefruit juice, and 2 tsp.
agave or simple syrup.
Cover and shake just until combined and chilled.
Top each glass with 2 to 4 Tbsp.
club soda and stir.
Garnish with strips of grapefruit peel.
