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Winter Wonderland Gin & Tonic

A festive, crisp cocktail featuring gin, premium tonic, fresh thyme, and orange. The perfect easy holiday drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 glass
Course: Cocktail, Drinks
Cuisine: British, Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cocktail
  • 2 oz Gin London Dry or botanical
  • 4-6 oz Tonic Water premium or diet/slimline
  • 1 cup Ice cubes enough to fill glass
Garnish
  • 1 slice Orange fresh or dried
  • 1 strip Orange peel
  • 2-3 sprigs Fresh Thyme

Equipment

  • Balloon Gin Glass (Copa de Balon)
  • Jigger or Measuring Cup
  • Vegetable peeler

Method
 

  1. Fill a large balloon glass to the top with ice cubes.
  2. Pour the gin over the ice.
  3. Twist the orange peel over the glass to release oils, then drop it in along with the fresh thyme sprigs.
  4. Top with tonic water, pouring slowly to preserve carbonation.
  5. Garnish with an orange slice on the rim. Stir gently once and serve immediately.

Notes

Chill the glass beforehand for the best experience. Use diet tonic for a 'slimming' friendly version.