Spanish Gin & Tonic
Gin and tonic served Spanish style: a big balloon glass, lots of ice and botanical garnishes.
Built in glass · Wine glass · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 9% ABV
Ingredients
- 50 ml Gin
- 150 ml Tonic water
- Lime wheel (garnish)
- Juniper berries (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 50 ml gin into the glass
- Top with 150 ml tonic water
- Stir once
- Garnish
Tip
Match the garnish to your gin: citrus, herbs or berries.
About the Spanish 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.
Spanish Gin & Tonic FAQ
What's in a Spanish Gin & Tonic?
50 ml gin, 150 ml tonic water, garnished with lime wheel and juniper berries.
How strong is a Spanish Gin & 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 Spanish Gin & Tonic?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve a Spanish Gin & Tonic in?
A wine glass, about 450 ml. Serve it over ice. No wine glass? Use a large tumbler.
