Cognac & Tonic
Cognac and tonic over ice. A French favourite highball.
Built in glass · Highball · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 9% ABV
Ingredients
- 50 ml Cognac
- 150 ml Tonic water
- Orange twist (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 50 ml cognac into the glass
- Top with 150 ml tonic water
- Stir once
- Garnish
About the Cognac & Tonic
The highball family. A highball is a spirit topped with a larger amount of mixer and served tall over ice. The style spread in the 1890s, when Scotch and soda became fashionable, and where the name came from is still debated. Highballs are the easiest drinks to make well: a cold glass, plenty of ice and a fresh mixer.
Cognac & Tonic FAQ
What's in a Cognac & Tonic?
50 ml cognac, 150 ml tonic water, garnished with orange twist.
How strong is a Cognac & Tonic?
About 9% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.6 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is about as strong as a glass of wine or lighter.
Should I shake or stir a Cognac & Tonic?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve a Cognac & Tonic in?
A highball, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No highball? Use any tall, straight-sided glass.
