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Gin & Tonic is a very popular one among classic drinks, it has few ingredients, but to really make one that is refreshing and not overloaded, you have to learn to make it right!

The proportion of gin, the quality of the tonic, as well as the quantity of ice are important. All the above affect the final result. Serving too many ice cubes will dilute the flavor quickly. We have found 4-5 good size ice cubes to be the perfect amount to chill the drink without diluting it too quickly, it is always best to use large ice cubes. As for the ratio, 1: 3. That is, one part gin to three parts tonic.

The Gin & Tonic has been modernized, and in recent years we have seen that it is no longer served in a collins or highball glass, but in a balloon glass. In addition, aromatics and very original mixtures of spices and herbs or fruits are added to make craft cocktails.

If we want to create a drink with a different flavor profile than the classic one and to know which aromatics or citrus to add to our Gin & Tonic, we must check the ingredients on the gin label. The one that has citrus in its base combines very well with herbs such as rosemary, thyme, or basil. A spicier gin can go very well with citrus peel, cinnamon stick, or black or pink peppercorns. And in the case of gins with more a floral base, these combine very well with cucumber or lavender.

For our Perfect Gin & Tonic, we have chosen Tanqueray No. 10. This gin gets its name from the still where it undergoes its third distillation in small batches, with fresh citrus and chamomile flowers, which give it its unique and distinguished flavor. We love the bottle that evokes the cocktail era of the 1920s!
Tanqueray No.10 is part of the San Francisco World Spirits Competition hall of fame, which is a worldwide spirits competition.

Our favorite tonics are Fever Tree, the one most used to combine with gin or vodka is their Indian tonic. When pouring the tonic into our drink, it is important to do it slowly and tilt the glass a little so that it does not lose its effervescent bubbles. You can also use the bar spoon to pour the tonic slowly and gently over the ice.

Both the Fever Tree Indian Tonic and the Tanqueray No. 10 can be found in Vinoteca stores.

Helga & Kitty

Perfect Gin & Tonic

Serves: 1 drink
Recipe: The Foodies’ Kitchen

Ingredients
1.5-oz. (50ml) Tanqueray No. 10 
4.5-oz (150ml) Fever Tree Indian Tonic (almost the whole bottle)
4-5 ice cubes
Half a slice of pink grapefruit

Procedure:

1. Add ice to a balloon glass. Stir it with a cocktail spoon to chill the glass, and discard the excess water.
2. Pour 50 ml (1.5 oz) of Tanqueray No. 10
3. Carefully pour in 150 ml (4.5 oz) of Fever Tree Indian Tonic, tilt the glass so you don’t lose the tonic’s bubbles.
4. Stir gently from the bottom up.
5. Garnish with a half slice of grapefruit.
6. Additional (optional): squeeze a piece of citrus peel over the finished drink, so that the oils are sprayed on the glass, this will accentuate the aroma.

Southside

Another cocktail that is ideal to prepare with Tanqueray No. 10 is the Southside, with a touch of mint, simple syrup and freshly squeezed natural lemon juice. It can be served in a short glass or coupe glass.

Sirve 1 cocktail

Ingredients:
2 oz (60ml) Tanqueray No. 10
6 fresh mint leaves, plus more for serving
¾ oz (22 ml) simple syrup, see our recipe for simple syrup
¾ oz (22 ml) fresh lime juice
Ice for shaking and serving
3 drops Angostura cocktail bitters, optional

Directions:

1. Add gin, mint, simple syrup, lime juice and bitters to a cocktail shaker.
2. Fill with ice. Shake well until it’s chilled, about 15 seconds, then strain into a glass with a few ice cubes.
3. Garnish with more mint.

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