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Gin and Tonic

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by: Joanna Cismaru
08.04.20

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One of the simplest and most classic cocktails: Gin and Tonic. With notes of juniper, citrus, and a hint of floral aroma, this refreshing two-ingredient cocktail is begging for a place in your hand.

two gin and tonic glasses garnished with lime wedges on a cutting board

I have for you the quintessential summer sipper! It’s perfect for those craving a citrusy refreshment without being loaded up with sugar. With a squeeze of fresh lime to add some freshness to the glass, you are moments away from enjoying one for yourself.

I’ve also included a detailed section on different types of gin and their flavor profiles to help you choose your perfect variety. I was never a big fan of the typical types of gin served in restaurants with the intense juniper flavor! I know there are a lot of people who avoid gin for this very reason. Turns out there are different variations with flavor profiles that will suit anyone’s preference!

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Ingredients

Keep scrolling down to the printable recipe card for FULL ingredient amounts and instructions or click the “Jump to Recipe” button at the top of the page!

  • Gin – You can use more or less if you prefer.
  • Tonic water – If you don’t like tonic, you can use lemon-lime soda and/ or plain soda water.
  • Lime wedge – Fresh lime to squeeze into your finished drink.
a hand pouring gin into a glass with ice

What type of gin should I use?

There are four main types of gin that you can use for this drink depending on your gin preference and the flavor you’re going for.

  1. London Dry: This is the variety you’ll get if you order a gin and tonic in a restaurant. Bombay Sapphire, Beefeater, and Tanqueray are all London Dry. This is where you’ll get a strong classic juniper and citrus gin flavor; perfect paired with tonic.
  2. Plymouth: While drier than a London Dry, this type of gin is very citrus forward with a bit of warm spice. This is the perfect substitute in a gin and tonic for those who aren’t a fan of a strong juniper flavor in gin. Plymouth is much more floral and easy-drinking.
  3. Genever: While still boasting juniper flavors with a hint of floral notes, this variety is much more mild in classic gin flavor than you may be used to. It has more elements of spice such as nutmeg, ginger, and clove. This will give you a maltier flavor.
  4. Old Tom: Aged in wine barrels, this type of gin is very recognizable with its caramel color. Flavorwise, Old Tom is sweetened and quite floral. It’s great for those who struggle with the juniper-forward flavor of gin.
a hand pouring tonic water in a glass with ice and gin

How to make gin and tonic

  1. Pour the gin and tonic water into a rocks glass filled with ice. Give the drink a gentle stir with a bar spoon.
  2. Garnish with a lime wedge. Squeeze the lime into the drink before sipping.

What to serve with gin and tonic

I can’t be running a food blog without offering you food pairings with your homemade cocktails, can I? That would just be irresponsible. Fear not! I have worked hard for you, testing, sipping, tasting, to find my favorite G&T food pairings:

  • Shrimp Scampi
  • Crispy Shrimp Fettuccine
  • Avocado Shrimp Salsa
  • Shrimp Ceviche
  • Lemon Dill Pan Fried Salmon
  • Cilantro Lime Salmon
  • Sole Meuniere
  • Spicy Fish Taco Bowl
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Gin and Tonic

5 from 2 votes
Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 0 mins
Total: 5 mins
Author: Joanna Cismaru
Serves: 1
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One of the simplest and most classic cocktails: Gin and Tonic. With notes of juniper, citrus, and a hint of floral aroma, this refreshing two-ingredient cocktail is begging for a place in your hand.

Ingredients

  • 2 ounce gin
  • 3-5 ounce tonic water
  • 1 lime wedge
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Pour the gin and tonic water into a rocks glass filled with ice. Give the drink a gentle stir with a bar spoon.
  • Garnish with a lime wedge. Squeeze the lime into the drink before sipping.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 136kcal (7%)Carbohydrates: 2g (1%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 1g (2%)Sodium: 19mg (1%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin C: 5mg (6%)
Course:Cocktail
Cuisine:American
Keyword:gin and tonic
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  1. Johnny B says

    July 19, 2020 at 9:29 am

    5 stars
    One of our go-to summer cocktails! Glad to see you using something other than Schweppes’s. We discovered Fever Tree tonic a few years ago. They have a few flavor profiles but we’ve settled on their Premium Indian Tonic.

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    • Lloyd Lee says

      August 14, 2020 at 4:48 am

      Gin & Tonic is a great drink. My gin of choice is Plymouth Gin.

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