Gin & Tonic

The Elevated Craft Team

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Cocktails

This week we bring you two variations on the classic Gin & Tonic. Every element within the glass plays a vital role in crafting a gin and tonic. A particular tonic may complement and bring forward specific flavors in one gin but not another. This is one drink that even the herbs or fruits used as a garnish can have a heavy impact on the flavor of the overall drink. The flavors of each component must harmoniously intertwine. To highlight the immense variety in taste combinations, we have selected a vibrant, citrus-infused Gin & Tonic alongside an aromatic, savory Gin & Tonic.

(Originally published 4/7/23)

Gin & Tonic

Ingredients:

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    • 2 oz. Malfy Blood Orange Gin or Tanqueray Seville 

    • 4 oz. Fevertree Elderflower or Mediterranean Tonic

    • Splash of blood orange juice

    • Garnish with blood orange slice and rosemary

    • One dash of Remedy Cocktail Company Orange bitters (optional)

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    • 2 oz. Roku Dry Gin (other options include: Caorunn Scottish Gin or The Botanist Islay Gin)

    • 4 oz. Fevertree Indian Tonic

    • Cinnamon stick garnish

    • Apple slices for garnish

    • Star anise garnish

    • Freshly grated nutmeg for garnish

    Directions:

    1. Build these gin and tonics in your Hybrid Cocktail Glass. Add ice. Give a gentle stir to combine and garnish.

    This recipe is just the beginning.

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