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Gin and Tonic
The world's most popular gin cocktail, born in British colonial India as a way to make bitter quinine tonic water palatable. Crisp, refreshing, and endlessly customizable — try different garnishes like cucumber, rosemary, or grapefruit. Quality tonic water makes all the difference.
Prep2 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves1 cocktail
Ingredients
- 2 oz London dry gin
- 4-5 oz premium tonic water (Fever-Tree or Q Mixers)
- Lime wedge or wheel for garnish
- Lots of ice
Instructions
- 1. Fill a highball or Copa glass with large ice cubes.
- 2. Pour gin over the ice.
- 3. Gently pour tonic water down the side of the glass to preserve carbonation.
- 4. Stir once gently.
- 5. Garnish with a lime wedge, cucumber slice, or grapefruit wedge.
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