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Gin and Tonic

By Andrew KnowltonPhotography by Danny Kim
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The Gin and Tonic is swinging again, thanks to new distillers who have made gin cool. And it doesn't get more classic than this recipe.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    1 Servings

Ingredients

2 ounces gin (preferably Tanqueray)
1–3 lime wedges
3–4 ounces tonic water

Preparation

  1. Add gin to a highball glass filled with ice. Squeeze in lime wedges to taste, then add them to glass. Add tonic water; stir to combine.

TagsCocktailAlcoholBeveragesGinQuickEasyBon Appétit
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