Classic Gin & Tonic Recipe with Gin Chin Artisan Gin

Classic Gin & Tonic Recipe with Gin Chin Artisan Gin

Classic Gin & Tonic Recipe

Serve with Gin Chin's Classic Dry Artisan Gin

Make the classic Gin & Tonic

Learn how to make the perfect classic Gin & Tonic with Gin Chin artisan gin, a small-batch craft gin from Hampshire. Step-by-step recipe, history, and tips for a refreshing serve.
Classic Gin and Tonic Recipe Classic Gin and Tonic Recipe

Classic Gin & Tonic Recipe with Gin Chin Classic Dry Artisan Gin

There’s nothing quite like discovering a new favourite cocktail to make at home. The classic Gin & Tonic is a refreshing, timeless mix that pairs perfectly with Gin Chin artisan gin, our small-batch craft gin from Hampshire. Simple to make, it’s crisp, aromatic, and ideal for any occasion—whether you’re winding down after work or entertaining friends.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Gin Chin Classic Dry Gin
  • 4–6 oz (120–180 ml) tonic water (Fever-Tree or Schweppes)
  • Garnish: slice of lime, lemon, or cucumber


Instructions

  1. Fill a highball glass or large tumbler with ice cubes.
  2. Pour the Gin Chin craft gin over the ice.
  3. Top with tonic water, adjusting the amount to taste.
  4. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Garnish with lime, lemon, or a cucumber slice for a fresh twist


Enjoying a Gin & Tonic is as much about the experience as the drink itself—perfectly balancing the botanicals in artisan gin with the crisp bite of tonic.

 

A Brief History of the Gin & Tonic

The Gin & Tonic didn’t begin as a cocktail, but as a practical drink for British soldiers stationed in India during the 19th century. Quinine, a bitter compound extracted from cinchona bark, was used to prevent malaria—but it was hard to drink on its own.

The solution? Mix it with gin. This combination created a drink that was medicinal, yet enjoyable—a precursor to the classic cocktail we know today. Over time, the drink evolved from necessity to a refreshing aperitif, and now forms a cornerstone of the craft gin movement.

Fun Fact: Winston Churchill once said “The gin and tonic has saved more Englishmen’s lives, and minds, than all the doctors in the Empire.

With Gin Chin artisan gin, you can enjoy that same classic experience—just a little more delicious, and served in style.

Modern Gin & Tonic

The 2010s saw a resurgence of artisan and craft gin, with bartenders and enthusiasts experimenting with botanicals, premium tonics, and creative garnishes. Today, a well-made Gin Chin G&T combines traditional flavors with small-batch precision, offering a vibrant, contemporary take on this classic.

Whether it’s a simple serve with tonic or a garnish of fresh herbs and fruit, a Gin Chin Gin & Tonic showcases everything that makes our Hampshire gin unique: hand-selected botanicals, small-batch craftsmanship, and smooth, balanced flavour.

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