Toast summer with classic gin & tonic
Now is the perfect time for that quintessential summertime drink, the gin & tonic. Any highball drink on ice is great in warm weather, but the gin & tonic is especially light, crisp and refreshing. Although the balance between the gin and the tangy bitterness of the tonic provides a complex flavor, it's incredibly easy to make.
Many people overlook gin in favor of vodka, and may be unaware of the many styles of gin. These variations use different combinations of botanicals to achieve unique flavor profiles. For example, there are London dry gins (which tend to be the most juniper forward), Plymouth gin (with a higher proportion of root botanicals) and Western or internationalstyle gins (which use a mix of nontraditional botanicals, some rather unusual).
We've partnered with St. George Spirits to produce our own gin, highlighting lemon, dill and tarragon. Not surprisingly, these botanicals pair particularly well with seafood. For those who like to experiment, there are now craft tonics on the market that can provide some interesting variation. And don't forget the garnish. While lime is traditional, we use a sprig of mint and a lemon wheel because we like the way they complement the botanicals in our gin.
The next time you're imbibing, make it a gin & tonic!
GIN & TONIC
1A oz. gin 5 oz. tonic water (make
sure it's cold!)
Pour ingredients into a highball glass filled with ice. Squeeze a wedge of lime into the glass.
Enjoy!