Gin Tonic

Dry All Year Round Casual Aperitif

🥃 Glass type Highball glass

⚗️ Method Built

⏱ Difficulty Easy

🌡 Strength Low (Under 10%)

⚡ Intensity Medium

🍬 Sweetness Dry

Ingredients for a Gin Tonic

Gin 4.0 cl (40 ml)
Tonic Water 10.0 cl (100 ml)
Lemon Peel 1.0 slice (30 ml)
Ice cubes

How to make a Gin Tonic

Fill a highball glass with ice, pour the gin, top with tonic water and squeeze a lemon wedge and garnish with a lemon wedge.

What to eat with a Gin Tonic

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The Gin Tonic is a quintessential summer sipper that pairs beautifully with light, refreshing dishes. Its crisp and herbal profile complements the delicate flavors of seafood such as grilled shrimp skewers or ceviche from coastal cuisines around the world. The subtle bitterness from the tonic water also works well alongside charcuterie boards featuring cured meats like prosciutto di Parma or jamón ibérico, enhancing their savory notes without overpowering them. For a more robust pairing, consider serving it with a plate of spicy Thai papaya salad (som tam) where the acidity and heat from the dressing are balanced by the gin's botanicals.

◈ Tasting notes Gin Tonic

Appearance:

The gin tonic presents itself in a tall Collins glass as a clear yet slightly hazy elixir, with a striking clarity that hints at the purity of its ingredients. Ice cubes gently suspended within create a mesmerizing play of light through the liquid, while the finely grated lemon peel floats atop like golden threads.

Aroma:

Upon approaching the drink, a burst of citrus zests and juniper berries greet the nose with invigorating freshness. The initial impression is dominated by the sharp, aromatic profile of the gin, followed by a subtle whisper of tonic water’s carbonation. As one continues to inhale, deeper layers of coriander and angelica root emerge alongside the soft bitterness of grapefruit peel, creating a harmonious blend that evolves gracefully with each breath.

Palate:

The entry is refreshingly brisk, with the sharp bite of gin leading into a mid-palate where the cool effervescence of tonic water provides an excellent counterpoint to the botanical richness. The texture is light and airy, allowing each component to shine distinctly yet in perfect balance. Sweetness from the lemon peel mingles subtly with the faint sweetness of the tonic, while the gin’s juniper core delivers a pleasingly bitter edge that dances on the tongue alongside hints of citrus zest and herbal undertones.

Finish:

The finish is long and crisp, leaving behind an evocative trail of zesty lemon and the subtle lingering warmth of alcohol. The interplay between the coolness of the tonic and the aromatic persistence of the gin creates a delightful tension that lingers on the palate, inviting another sip to explore its intricate nuances yet again.