Winter Vanilla and Thyme Paloma Mocktail
Infused with holiday flavors of thyme and vanilla, this Paloma mocktail is the perfect craft cocktail for holiday sipping!
Servings: 1 cocktail
Calories: 526kcal
Ingredients
Vanilla & thyme simple syrup
- 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1/2 vanilla bean split lengthwise
Mocktail
- 2 ounces grapefruit juice
- 1/2 ounce lime juice
- 1 ounce vanilla and thyme simple syrup
- 2 ounces sparkling grapefruit juice or grapefruit soda
- 1 thyme sprig to garnish
Instructions
To make the vanilla and thyme simple syrup
- Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan. Add 2-3 thyme sprigs and half of a split vanilla bean.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved, then simmer it for 1-2 minutes more. Allow it to cool, then strain to remove the thyme and vanilla bean.
To make the mocktail
- Add the grapefruit juice, lime juice, and vanilla and thyme simple syrup to a highball glass. Mix gently.
- Add 3-4 ice cubes and top up with grapefruit soda or grapefruit sparkling water.
- Garnish with thyme sprigs and a grapefruit twist and serve.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- For an extra festive touch, rim the glass with a mix of sugar and finely chopped thyme.
- The vanilla & thyme syrup can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Experiment with different citrus juices like orange or tangerine for a varied flavor profile.
- Add a shot of tequila or vodka to turn it into a cocktail.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 526kcal | Carbohydrates: 135g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 133g | Vitamin A: 158IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg