Love Potion Paloma: The Perfect Valentine's Day Cocktail with Paloma Bitters
Sep 02, 2025
Cupid's sharpening his arrows, so here is a lovely Paloma recipe for all who prefer to plan ahead. This Love Potion Paloma, made with our signature El Guapo™ Love Potion Bitters, is the ideal Valentine's Day cocktail for celebrating romance. This unique drink proves that paloma bitters are the key to unlocking a new world of flavor in a classic cocktail. It's a simple yet elegant drink that will put a spell on your loved ones with its enchanting flavor and beautiful pink hue.
Why This is the Best Valentine's Day Cocktail
This Valentine's Day cocktail stands out because of the unique, complex flavor provided by our paloma bitters. Unlike simple grenadine or sugary syrups, the El Guapo™ Love Potion Bitters infuse the drink with a sophisticated floral bouquet that perfectly complements the tangy grapefruit and spicy reposado tequila. It's a refined and romantic drink that avoids being overly sweet. The vibrant pink color makes it visually stunning and perfect for a themed holiday.
How to Make the Love Potion Paloma
Crafting this beautiful cocktail is incredibly simple. You only need a few ingredients and a few moments of your time. This recipe is designed to be foolproof, ensuring you get a consistently great drink every time.
Makes one cocktail
- 2 oz reposado tequila
- 4 oz Grapefruit soda water (we love 365 brand)
- Dash fresh grapefruit juice
- Dash fresh lime juice
- 2 dashes El Guapo™ Love Potion Bitters
- Pink grapefruit wedges, for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill your favorite Paloma glass with ice.
- Pour all ingredients into the glass.
- Stir gently until all ingredients are combined.
- Serve with fresh pink grapefruit wedges for garnish. CHEERS! ✨
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are paloma bitters?
A: Paloma bitters, like our Love Potion Bitters, are a type of cocktail bitters designed to enhance the flavors of a Paloma cocktail. They often contain notes that complement grapefruit and tequila, such as rose, hibiscus, or other floral and fruity botanicals.
Q: What other cocktails can I make with these bitters?
A: Our cocktail bitters for Valentine's Day are versatile and can be used in many other drinks. Try adding a dash to a Gin and Tonic for a floral twist, or add a few drops to sparkling wine for a festive, romantic drink. They also work well in non-alcoholic seltzer with a lemon wedge for a refreshing mocktail.
Q: What does reposado tequila taste like?
A: Reposado tequila is aged in oak barrels for a minimum of two months. This aging process gives it a golden color and a smoother, more complex flavor than un-aged blanco tequila. It has notes of vanilla, caramel, and a hint of wood, which pairs beautifully with the citrus and floral notes in this cocktail.
