Aperol Paloma

By Charlie

Published Feb. 13, 2026

This recipe for an Aperol Paloma takes the classic grapefruit flavor of the Paloma and adds Aperol, lending a bittersweet orange flavor and striking orange color to the drink. This is a great option for a refreshing cocktail if you love the flavors of Aperol or grapefruit.

Aperol Paloma

Prep Time5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink

Equipment

  • shaker
  • rocks glass

Ingredients

  • 1 oz tequila
  • 1 oz Aperol
  • ¾ oz grapefruit juice
  • ½ oz simple syrup
  • ¾ oz club soda
  • ice
  • optional: grapefruit wedge garnish

Instructions

  • Add the tequila, Aperol, grapefruit juice, and simple syrup to a shaker filled with ice and shake for 10 seconds.
  • Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
  • Add the club soda.
  • Add the optional grapefruit wedge garnish.