In recent years and as we have grown, we have realized that Gin Tonic has become our favorite drink, just like it was a few years ago from our parents. Over time, the Larios gin that our parents used has given way to a large number of brands, of all prices, colors and flavors. In addition, making a Gin Tonic has become an art that very few know how to appreciate, it is not difficult, but if you want to amaze your guests, you just have to follow the steps that we detail below.
The perfect glass
The first requirement to be able to make a good Gin Tonic is that the mouth of the same is wide so that it allows to extract the aromas from the glass. In addition, if it is cold from the freezer, better than better, otherwise you can add 4 ice cubes to cool the glass, stirring them inside and pouring out excess water.
Geneva in its proper measure
Here we will not enter to assess which gin is better or which is worse. What must always be taken into account is that the ideal measure is 5 cl, which must be poured over the ice, so that it reaches the temperature we want
Aromas
Cardomomo, anise, pepper… Currently in specialized stores we can find small packs with different flavorings for gin. The final decision is up to the user, since in the end it will mix with the alcohol giving off its aroma.
With sweetness
Finally it is the turn of the tonic, if it is Schweppes better, unless we opt for the premium tonic. When it comes to pouring the tonic over the gin, you have to do it delicately so as not to break its bubble. We can slightly tilt the glass and pour it over the inside of the glass or with a spoon.
Filigree
Once we have poured the tonic into the glass, we introduce a long spoon once from top to bottom, so that the ingredients are mixed without breaking the bubble and we wait a minute before trying it. The final touch, as Bond said in Casino Royale, we can add a filigree of lemon or any other citrus.