GIN & TONIC with Lemon Bitters

• 1.5 oz Gin
• 2 Dashes Lemon Bitter
• Tonic Water
• Serve in Highball Glass with Lime Wedge

History

The Gin & Tonic began as a medicinal necessity in 19th-century India, where British officers mixed gin with quinine-rich tonic water to make the bitter malaria remedy more enjoyable. What started as a functional drink evolved into a global classic, a refreshing symbol of warm evenings and minimalist elegance. Today, the G&T is beloved for its clean lines and ability to showcase a gin’s botanicals with effortless clarity.

What Lemon Bitters Bring to the Drink

Lemon bitters enhance the drink’s citrus brightness, adding layers of zest, peel, and floral notes that complement gin’s juniper backbone. They soften tonic’s bitterness while amplifying freshness, creating a more aromatic, modern version of the classic. A few drops transform a simple highball into a more nuanced, polished cocktail.