It doesn't get much simpler -- or more classic -- the the famed G&T. As you probably already know, the cocktail was introduced by the army of the British East India Company in India.
Looking to take you Gin & Tonic game to another level? Then try out these variations on the classic G&T:
The GT&C - Here’s a great excuse to free your muddler from the dusty corner of the pantry drawer. Slice a cucumber, muddle it up, and liberally add lime juice. Measure out the gin (or don’t), add ice, and top with tonic.
The Cranberry Sauce Gin and Tonic Recipe - This crowd-pleasing cocktail is perfect for the Thanksgiving holiday. In addition to the usual suspects (gin, tonic, and lime), this riff introduces cranberry sauce to the recipe, giving it both festive color and taste.
The Spiked Coffee Tonic Recipe - Sometimes even espresso needs an extra boost. In this case, a generous dose of gin provides the helping hand. Coffee and tonic water is a complex combo but it’s perfect for fans of bittersweet liqueurs like amaro.
The Plum Sour Recipe:
A stone fruit infusion gives this variation on the classic Gin Sour a fruity sweetness that complements the tart citrus beautifully.
The Navy-Strength Botanical Gin & Tonic Recipe:
A cocktail that harkens back to a time when gin was an essential ration for every sailor, made extra-botanical with a garnish of thyme and black pepper.
The Oh, Honey Recipe:
From San Francisco's The Laureate cocktail bar comes this gin drink that gets its color from butterfly pea flower tea. Learn how to make it with this recipe!
The Gin Kombucha Tea Punch Recipe:
With a mix of aromatic Early Grey tea and funky, fruity kombucha, this lightly-sparkling gin punch is a can't-miss crowd pleaser.
The L’Orange Martini Recipe:
This twist on a classic Martini uses orange liqueur and bitters for a bright, citrusy kick. Learn how to make this gin cocktail with this easy recipe!
The Aviation Cocktail:
Once referred to as a “forgotten classic,” the Aviation became one of the most popular gin cocktails in bars across America for a time.