Lillet Tonic
Lillet Blanc and tonic over ice. A light French aperitif.
Built in glass · Wine glass · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 6% ABV
Ingredients
- 60 ml Lillet Blanc
- 90 ml Tonic water
- Cucumber slice (garnish)
- Orange slice (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 60 ml Lillet Blanc into the glass
- Top with 90 ml tonic water
- Stir once
- Garnish
About the Lillet 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.
Lillet Tonic FAQ
What's in a Lillet Tonic?
60 ml lillet blanc, 90 ml tonic water, garnished with cucumber slice and orange slice.
How strong is a Lillet Tonic?
About 6% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 0.8 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is about as strong as a glass of wine or lighter.
Should I shake or stir a Lillet Tonic?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve a Lillet Tonic in?
A wine glass, about 450 ml. Serve it over ice. No wine glass? Use a large tumbler.
