Best Citrus Gin And Tonic Recipes

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THE BEST GIN AND TONIC



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The best gin and tonic is all in the technique, because the most important ingredient in a G&T is not really the gin, or even the tonic. It's carbonation.

Provided by Maggie Hoffman

Time 3m

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 approximately 7-oz. bottle tonic water (such as Fever Tree or Q), chilled
2 oz. gin, preferably chilled
Grapefruit slice, lime wedge, cucumber slice, or fresh herbs (for serving; optional)

Steps:

  • Fill a highball or Collins glass about two-thirds full with ice, then add about 2 oz. tonic, followed by 2 oz. gin and the remaining tonic. Garnish with a grapefruit slice, lime wedge, cucumber slice, or fresh herbs if desired.

CITRUS AND HERB TONIC



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This simple infusion is loaded with bright winter citrus and heady aromatics. It works as a tea for sipping while curled up on a sofa or on the go, and it will add a spot of sunshine to your day. Treat this recipe as a concentrate - you can make it ahead of time and store it refrigerated in a covered container. To serve, portion in mugs and dilute with boiling water. Drizzle with honey or your sweetener of choice.

Provided by Yewande Komolafe

Time 30m

Yield 1 3/4 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 whole limes, scrubbed
1 whole lemon, scrubbed
1 whole orange, scrubbed
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 lemongrass stalk, approximately 8 inches long, cut into 2-inch pieces and crushed
1 (2-inch) piece ginger, scrubbed and thinly sliced
5 fresh oregano sprigs
Hot water, for serving
Honey, for serving

Steps:

  • Slice the limes, lemon and orange into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, leaving the skin on. Place the citrus slices in a medium pot and fill with 8 cups of water. Stir in the turmeric and add the lemongrass pieces. Bring to a boil over high heat. Lower to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, and add the sliced ginger and fresh oregano. Cover and allow to steep for 10 minutes. Strain through a mesh sieve.
  • Serve hot in mugs, as 1- to 2-ounce portions, diluted to taste with more hot water and sweetened with a drizzle of honey. Tonic can be cooled and stored refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. To reheat, portion the cold tonic into mugs and top with boiling water.

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