DRINKS · 10 MIN · SERVES 1N°006

Spanish Gin & Tonic

Name: Spanish Gin & Tonic
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: whole spices, such as juniper berries, pink peppercorns, star anise, cardamom pods, cloves, or cinnamon sticks; 2 fluid ounces gin; 4 to 6 fluid ounces tonic water, to taste; sliced fresh citrus fruit, such as lemon, orange, lime, or blood orange; fresh herbs, such as basil, thyme, mint, rosemary, or tarragon

Makings

whole spices, such as juniper berries, pink peppercorns, star anise, cardamom pods, cloves, or cinnamon sticks

2 fluid ounces gin

4 to 6 fluid ounces tonic water, to taste

sliced fresh citrus fruit, such as lemon, orange, lime, or blood orange

fresh herbs, such as basil, thyme, mint, rosemary, or tarragon

Method

1Fill a large red wine glass (or tumblr) with fresh ice almost to the top.

2Add whole spices to the glass, choosing ones that complement the botanicals in the gin. Common choices include juniper berries, pink peppercorns, star anise, cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon sticks. For a more pronounced flavor, lightly crush the spices with your fingers or the flat side of a knife before adding them.

3Pour in gin. Slowly pour in tonic water to preserve carbonation.

4Add slices and/or zest from the citrus fruit(s) of your choice. Use a cocktail stirrer or spoon to gently poke the ingredients down, and mix the drink. Do not stir vigorously!

5Push in the fresh herb sprigs. Common choices are basil, thyme, mint, rosemary, or tarragon. For a stronger, more fragrant effect, slap the herbs between your hands, or squeeze between your fingers to activate the essential oils.

6Serve 3 to 5 minutes after mixing to give drink time to chill thoroughly.

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