Gin & Tonic
The Gin & Tonic is a timeless, effervescent highball that brings together the crisp botanicals of gin with the refreshing sparkle of tonic water. Served over ice and garnished with a wedge of lime, it's as perfect for sunny afternoons as it is for lively nights out. This cocktail is beloved for its simplicity, versatility, and irresistible refreshment.
Gin & Tonic
The Gin & Tonic is a timeless, effervescent highball that brings together the crisp botanicals of gin with the refreshing sparkle of tonic water. Served over ice and garnished with a wedge of lime, it's as perfect for sunny afternoons as it is for lively nights out. This cocktail is beloved for its simplicity, versatility, and irresistible refreshment.
- Gin60 ml (2 oz)Choose your favorite London Dry or craft gin.
- Tonic water120 ml (4 oz)Use a good-quality, chilled tonic for best flavor.
- Fresh lime wedge30 ml (1 oz)For garnish and a hint of citrus.
- Ice cubes30 ml (1 oz)Enough to fill the glass.
- Highball glass
- Jigger
- Bar spoon
- Knife (for garnish)
Fill a highball glass with plenty of ice cubes.
Pour 2 oz gin over the ice.
Top with 4 oz chilled tonic water.
Gently stir with a bar spoon to combine.
Squeeze a fresh lime wedge over the drink to release its oils, then drop it into the glass.
- Effortlessly refreshing and crisp—perfect for any season.
- Quick and easy to make with minimal ingredients.
- Customizable with different gins, tonics, and garnishes.
- Pairs beautifully with a wide range of foods.
- The bubbles and botanicals create a bright, lively drinking experience.
The Gin & Tonic has its origins in the days of the British Empire. In the 19th century, British officers stationed in India added gin to their daily dose of quinine-laced tonic water—a remedy against malaria. The gin made the bitter tonic more palatable, and a classic was born. Over time, the Gin & Tonic migrated from medicinal necessity to cocktail staple, embraced the world over for its bracing, revitalizing character.
A fresh lime wedge. The lime not only adds a pop of color but also releases aromatic oils and a hint of acidity that elevates the botanicals in the gin.
Approximately 150 calories per serving. Contains no fat or protein, with most calories from alcohol and a small amount of sugar in the tonic water.