Memorial Day Cocktail: The American Paloma

Memorial Day is a time to remember, to raise a glass, and to enjoy the freedoms hard-earned by those who came before us. At Williams Knife Co., we like our celebrations like we like our gear—strong, simple, and crafted with care.

This weekend, mix up an American Paloma—a fresh take on the classic, with just enough bite to cut through the heat and just enough flavor to keep you coming back for more.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Reposado tequila (we're a big fan of La Caza Tequila)

• 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice

• 0.5 oz fresh lime juice

• 0.5 oz honey or agave syrup

• Topo Chico 

• Sea salt for rim 

• Grapefruit wedge (for garnish)

• Ice

Instructions:

1. Salt the rim of a highball glass or rocks glass.

2. Fill glass with ice.

3. Add tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and honey/agave. Stir to mix.

4. Top with Topo Chico.

5. Garnish with a grapefruit wedge.

Bright, citrusy, and made for long weekends of fun, the American Paloma is as refreshing as a breeze off the water—and just as dependable.

Here’s to good company, great stories, and the ones who made this weekend possible. Happy Memorial Day from all of us at Williams.