Sloe Gin & Tonic
Sloe gin with tonic water. A fruity British highball.
Built in glass · Highball · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 7% ABV
Ingredients
- 50 ml Sloe gin
- 120 ml Tonic water
- Lemon wedge (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 50 ml sloe gin into the glass
- Pour 120 ml tonic water into the glass
- Garnish
Tip
Plenty of ice.
About the Sloe Gin & 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.
Sloe Gin & Tonic FAQ
What's in a Sloe Gin & Tonic?
50 ml sloe gin, 120 ml tonic water, garnished with lemon wedge.
How strong is a Sloe Gin & Tonic?
About 7% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.0 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is about as strong as a glass of wine or lighter.
Should I shake or stir a Sloe Gin & Tonic?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve a Sloe Gin & Tonic in?
A highball, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No highball? Use any tall, straight-sided glass.
