The Gin and Tonic is a classic drink made famous by the British troops stationed in India during the 1800's. The drink came about by the soldiers mixing their gin ration with their anti-malarial quinine and water, to make the medicine more palatable. This variation is made from gin, lemon bitters and tonic water, and served over ice in a collins glass.
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Gin and Tonic 2 Recipe

The Gin and Tonic is a classic drink made famous by the British troops stationed in India during the 1800's. The drink came about by the soldiers mixing their gin ration with their anti-malarial quinine and water, to make the medicine more palatable. This variation is made from gin, lemon bitters and tonic water, and served over ice in a collins glass.

Ingredients

Directions

  • Fill a collins glass or highball glass with ice.
  • Add gin and lemon bitters, then fill with tonic water.
  • Garnish with a lime slice and enjoy.

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The Gin and Tonic is a classic drink made famous by the British troops stationed in India during the 1800's. The drink came about by the soldiers mixing their gin ration with their anti-malarial quinine and water, to make the medicine more palatable. This variation is made from gin, lemon bitters and tonic water, and served over ice in a collins glass.

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