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Pineapple Paloma
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Pineapple Paloma

Pineapple Paloma combines Tequila, Grapefruit Juice, Fresh Lime Juice, Pineapple Juice in a cocktail served in a collins glass. It is a strong fit for summer patio, date night and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.

Taste profile

Balanced, light, balanced, and smooth.

Best for

Best for summer patio, date night.

Quick fact

Pineapple Paloma is usually served as a cocktail in a collins glass, and its identity is shaped by Tequila, Grapefruit Juice, Fresh Lime Juice.

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How to make it

Build it step by step.

4 steps
  1. 1Rub the rim of each glass with lime slice and dip into salt.
  2. 2Add ice, tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice and top with pineapple soda.
  3. 3Give it a quick stir.
  4. 4Garnish with fresh pineapple or lime.

Method

Stirred

Finish

Usually finished with Fresh Lime Juice and Lime.

Taste map

Strength

Balanced

Sweetness

Light

Sourness

Balanced

Bitterness

Smooth

Read: Pineapple Paloma is a advanced alcoholic cocktail for summer patio with Tequila, Grapefruit Juice, Fresh Lime Juice.

Texture and serve cues

Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style

Best for

Best for summer patio, date night.

Glassware

Collins glass

More to know before you make it

A fuller read on the drink.

Flavor read

Expect a balanced profile with support from Tequila, Grapefruit Juice, Fresh Lime Juice.

Best pairing

Great with grilled food, tacos, chips, citrusy bites, or party snacks.

Serving style

Serve in a collins glass and aim for a advanced prep that still feels polished in the glass.

Where it fits

Pineapple Paloma sits comfortably in the tequila cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.

Background

Why this cocktail keeps showing up.

Pineapple Paloma is usually served as a cocktail in a collins glass, and its identity is shaped by Tequila, Grapefruit Juice, Fresh Lime Juice.

Reference cards

Base spirit

Tequila

Category

Cocktail

Alcohol

Alcoholic

Glass

Collins glass

Method

Stirred

Garnish

Usually finished with Fresh Lime Juice and Lime.

Updated

March 11, 2026

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