By Akshara
November 12, 2026
Mark National Happy Hour Day 2026 with a pitcher-ready large batch Paloma cocktail that makes effortless entertaining a breeze. Freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice and zesty lime combine with smooth blanco tequila and a touch of agave syrup, finished with sparkling club soda over salted rims. Crisp, citrusy, and vibrant, this crowd-pleasing pitcher serves eight glasses without keeping the host stuck behind the bar.
2 cups blanco tequila  3 cups freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice (strained)  3/4 cup fresh lime juice  1/2 cup light agave nectar or simple syrup  2 cups chilled club soda or sparkling water  Coarse sea salt and Tajin or chilli powder (for rimming glasses)  Fresh grapefruit wedges and ice cubes for serving
Stir the tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and agave nectar together in a large pitcher until well combined, then chill for one hour.
Rub a lime wedge around the rims of eight highball glasses and dip them into coarse sea salt mixed with a pinch of chilli powder.
Fill the rimmed glasses with fresh ice cubes and pour in the chilled tequila mixture until three-quarters full.
Top each glass with chilled club soda, stir gently once, and garnish with a fresh grapefruit wedge before serving.