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Blueberry lime gin and tonic in a glass.
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The Best Gin and Tonic

This classic gin and tonic takes only 5 minutes with a simple ratio that remains crisp, bubbly, and refreshing, perfect for happy hour or a hot summer night.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1
Calories: 206kcal
Author: Nataša

Ingredients

  • 2 oz gin (London dry or your favorite)
  • 6 oz tonic water (chilled)
  • ice cubes
  • lime wedge or other fruit (to garnish)

Instructions

  • Fill a highball (or rocks glass) with ice.
  • Pour in gin.
  • Top with chilled tonic water.
  • Gently stir once or twice. Garnish with lime or other fruit of choice (optional: squeeze a little lime in).

Notes

  • Best ratio: Start with 1:3 (gin: tonic) and adjust to taste (stronger: 1:2, lighter: 1:4).
  • Keep it cold: Use plenty of ice and chilled tonic so it stays fizzy longer.
  • Tonic tip: A good tonic makes the drink. Try classic, light, or elderflower depending on the gin.
  • Lime Blueberry Version: Add a few fresh blueberries and a lime wedge before topping with tonic.
  • Strawberry Lemon Version: Add 2–3 sliced strawberries and a lemon wedge before adding tonic.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.1mg