Gin & Tonic
CLASSIC · GIN

Gin & Tonic

The quintessential warm-weather serve - a simple, elegant balance of botanical gin and bitter-sweet tonic that has earned its place as one of the world's most beloved cocktails.

Ingredients
Gin50 ml
Tonic Water150 ml
Lime Wedge
Glassware
Highball glass
Chilled.
Flavor
BODYSWEETFRUITACIDHEATSMOKEEARTHBITTER

Juniper · Lime

Estimated profile

Method
  1. 1

    Fill a highball glass generously with ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Pour 50ml of gin over the ice.

  3. 3

    Top with 150ml of chilled tonic water, pouring slowly down the side of the glass to preserve carbonation.

  4. 4

    Squeeze a lime wedge over the drink, then drop it in or place it on the rim as a garnish.

  5. 5

    Give one gentle stir to combine and serve immediately.

From the Bartender

The Gin & Tonic was popularised by British officers in colonial India who mixed quinine tonic - taken to ward off malaria - with gin to make it more palatable. For the best result, use premium tonic water and a balloon or copa glass packed with ice to keep the drink colder longer and showcase the gin's aromatics.

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