Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of damson gin
- 4 cups of tonic water
- 1 lime, sliced
- Ice cubes
Special equipment needed:
- Highball glasses
- Cocktail stirrers
Step-by-step instructions:
a. Fill each highball glass with ice cubes.
b. Pour 1/4 cup of damson gin into each glass.
c. Top up each glass with tonic water.
d. Squeeze a slice of lime into each glass and stir with a cocktail stirrer.
e. Garnish with a slice of lime and serve.
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: N/A
5. Temperature:
- Serve chilled over ice.
Serving size:
- Makes 4 servings.
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 150
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Damson gin can be substituted with regular gin or any other fruit-flavored gin.
- Tonic water can be substituted with soda water or lemon-lime soda.
Variations:
- Add a splash of elderflower liqueur for a floral twist.
- Use lemon or grapefruit instead of lime for a different citrus flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a good quality gin for the best flavor.
- Adjust the ratio of gin to tonic water to suit your taste.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover damson gin and tonic in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- N/A
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a tall glass with a colorful straw.
Garnishes:
- Lime slices or wedges.
Pairings:
- Serve with light appetizers such as bruschetta or shrimp cocktail.
Suggested side dishes:
- N/A
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the drink is too strong, add more tonic water.
- If the drink is too weak, add more gin.
Food safety advice:
- Drink responsibly and do not operate heavy machinery after consuming alcohol.
Food history:
- The gin and tonic was originally created as a way to make the bitter-tasting quinine, a malaria-fighting drug, more palatable for British soldiers in India.
Flavor profiles:
- The damson gin adds a fruity sweetness to the classic gin and tonic.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a refreshing summer cocktail.
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Taste: Fruity, Tart, Refreshing, Citrusy