- 1
Fill a highball glass generously with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour 50ml of gin over the ice.
- 3
Top with 150ml of chilled tonic water, pouring slowly down the side of the glass to preserve carbonation.
- 4
Squeeze a lime wedge over the drink, then drop it in or place it on the rim as a garnish.
- 5
Give one gentle stir to combine and serve immediately.
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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