afternoon delights

PINK GRAPEFRUIT + CHAMOMILE PALOMAS

Palomas are perfectly delicious, tart, thirst-quenching, refreshing and not too sweet. Using freshly squeezed grapefruit juice makes a world of difference, and adding a touch of chamomile and orange zest turns this simple recipe into a special treat. The result is a libation perfect for your next Taco Tuesday extravaganza.

Makes 1 cocktail

Rose salt is a staple in my kitchen. Its versatility makes it a truly wonderful pantry item. Its rosy hue brightens up the mise en place, so simply having it on the counter is a delight.

• 1/2 tsp rose salt (recipe following) or coarse salt

• 1 lime or grapefruit wedge

• ice cubes

• 1/4 cup (60ml / 2 fl oz) fresh ruby red grapefruit juice

• 2 tbsp cara cara orange and chamomile simple syrup (recipe following)

• 1/4 cup (60ml / 2 fl oz) tequila*

• splash of soda water

• 1/2 tsp freshly grated