Smoky Paloma
A Non-Alcoholic Smoky Paloma balances bright grapefruit and lime with subtle sweetness and a soft veil of smoke. It’s refreshing, lightly bitter, and complex—proof that zero-proof can still feel elevated and bold.
Rim a rocks glass with salt and fill with ice.
Add ½ oz agave syrup and ¾ oz fresh lime juice to a mixing glass.
Pour in 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice and stir briefly to combine.
Strain into the glass and top with chilled grapefruit soda and give a gentle stir.
Place the Skull & Cinder cocktail smoker on the glass, ignite your chosen wood chips, and allow the drink to absorb smoke for 30–45 seconds.
Finish with a fresh grapefruit wedge, then serve.
Note: For extra depth, try using smoked salt for the rim ahead of time, or smoke the empty glass before building the drink to enhance the aroma.