Salt
Crystalline seasoning — the Margarita's rim and the Paloma's secret.
Other
Flavor profile: savory
Salt rim a glass by rubbing the rim with a lime wedge and dipping in kosher or Maldon salt on a plate. A pinch of salt dropped into a Paloma or Margarita — not on the rim — sharpens the drink and amplifies perceived sweetness. Avoid iodized table salt; the iodine flavor comes through.
Common uses
Margarita rim, Paloma seasoning.
Cocktails that use Salt
- Paloma — Tequila and grapefruit soda with lime and salt — Mexico's most popular cocktail