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Gin & Tonic Cocktail Recipe

This classic gin and tonic recipe offers a refreshing balance of botanicals and crisp tonic water, perfect for any occasion.
Enhance the experience with variations like floral notes, fruity flavors, or zesty citrus for a versatile cocktail repertoire.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Global
Servings 1

Equipment

  • Highball glass
  • Ice

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces gin
  • 4 ounces tonic water
  • Garnishes: lime, rosemary, cucumber ribbon, mint sprig, or other fruits and herbs

Variations:

Pink Gin and Tonic:

  • Add 2 splashes pomegranate syrup
  • 1/4 ounce lime juice

Grapefruit & Rosemary Gin and Tonic:

  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 ounce grapefruit juice

Garden Gin and Tonic:

  • 1/2 ounce vermouth
  • 2 splashes orange bitters

Blueberry Lavender Gin and Tonic:

  • 1/2 ounce blueberry syrup
  • Food-grade lavender essence drop

Apple Gin and Tonic:

  • 3/4 ounce apple liqueur

Posh Gin and Tonic:

  • 1/2 ounce vermouth
  • 2 splashes peach bitters

Citrus Gin and Tonic:

  • 1/2 ounce lemon juice
  • 2 splashes orange bitters

Floral Gin and Tonic:

  • 1/2 ounce rose water
  • Drop of lavender essence
  • 1/2 ounce peach liqueur

Apple Cinnamon Gin and Tonic:

  • 1/2 ounce apple juice
  • 1/2 ounce cinnamon liqueur
  • Dash of ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
  • Pour in 2 ounces of gin.
  • Top with 4 ounces of tonic water, stirring gently to combine.
  • Garnish with lime wheels or any seasonal garnish of your choice.

For Variations:

  • Add additional ingredients (e.g., juices, syrups, or bitters) before stirring.
  • Garnish as specified for the variation.

Notes

  • Adjust the tonic-to-gin ratio to suit personal taste preferences.
  • Experiment with different garnishes and variations to create your signature cocktail.
  • Use high-quality tonic water for the best flavor balance.
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