Pisco Tonic
Pisco and tonic. Grapey and crisp.
Built in glass · Highball · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 9% ABV
Ingredients
- 50 ml Pisco
- 150 ml Tonic water
- Lime wheel (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 50 ml pisco into the glass
- Top with 150 ml tonic water
- Stir once
- Garnish
About the Pisco 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.
Pisco Tonic FAQ
What's in a Pisco Tonic?
50 ml pisco, 150 ml tonic water, garnished with lime wheel.
How strong is a Pisco 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 Pisco Tonic?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve a Pisco Tonic in?
A highball, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No highball? Use any tall, straight-sided glass.
