Fino & Tonic
Fino sherry with tonic water. A Spanish summer aperitif.
Built in glass · Highball · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 5% ABV
Ingredients
- 60 ml Dry sherry (fino)
- 120 ml Tonic water
- Lemon twist (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 60 ml dry sherry (fino) into the glass
- Pour 120 ml tonic water into the glass
- Garnish
Tip
Use a very cold fino.
About the Fino & 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.
Fino & Tonic FAQ
What's in a Fino & Tonic?
60 ml dry sherry (fino), 120 ml tonic water, garnished with lemon twist.
How strong is a Fino & Tonic?
About 5% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 0.7 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is about as strong as a glass of wine or lighter.
Should I shake or stir a Fino & Tonic?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve a Fino & Tonic in?
A highball, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No highball? Use any tall, straight-sided glass.
