Future Paloma

The Future Paloma is a futuristic twist on the classic Mexican cocktail, traditionally made with grapefruit, lime, and tequila. This innovative version adds a touch of molecular gastronomy, with a grapefruit foam and a hint of smoke to bring a whole new sensory experience to this beloved drink. Ingredients: - 2 oz Blanco tequila - 1 oz Fresh pink grapefruit juice - 1/2 oz Fresh lime juice - 1/2 oz Agave syrup - Carbonated water to top - A pinch of sea salt - Fresh grapefruit zest, for garnish For the Grapefruit Foam: - 1/2 cup Fresh pink grapefruit juice - 1 tbsp Agave syrup - 1/4 tsp Soy lecithin For the Smoked Glass: - Hickory or mesquite wood chips - A smoking gun Glass: - Highball glass Instructions: Start by preparing the grapefruit foam: 1. Combine the grapefruit juice, agave syrup, and soy lecithin in a tall, narrow container. 2. Use a hand blender to blend the mixture until it becomes foamy. 3. Let it sit for a few minutes to stabilize. Smoking the glass: 1. Place a small amount of wood chips in the smoking gun chamber. 2. Insert the hose into an upside-down highball glass. 3. Ignite the wood chips and fill the glass with smoke. 4. Cover the glass with a coaster to trap the smoke inside while you prepare the drink. Making the Future Paloma: 1. In a shaker, combine the tequila, pink grapefruit juice, lime juice, agave syrup, and sea salt with ice. 2. Shake well until the mixture is chilled. 3. Invert the highball glass and let the residual smoke dissipate, creating a thin layer of smoky flavor on the inside of the glass. 4. Fill the glass with fresh ice. 5. Strain the cocktail into the prepared highball glass. 6. Top with carbonated water. 7. Carefully spoon or pipe the grapefruit foam on top of the drink until it forms a generous layer. 8. Garnish with a twist of grapefruit zest. Serve immediately, allowing guests to stir the foam into the drink as they sip, enjoying the engaging combination of flavors and the aromatic smoke that melds with the bright citrus of the paloma, a taste of the future in a glass.