Troop Tonic Cocktail Recipe
The Troop Tonic is a gin-based cocktail with botanical notes, citrus, and bubbles. You only need a few basic tools and ingredients to make it.
Equipment
- Collins glass or highball glass
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Bar spoon
- Ice scoop
- Citrus peeler or knife
- Small cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 oz London dry gin
- 4-5 oz premium tonic water
- 1 lime wedge
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- Ice cubes
Optional garnishes:
- Orange peel
- Juniper berries
- Cucumber slice
Instructions
- Fill a Collins glass with ice cubes to the top.
- Pour 2 oz of gin over the ice.
- Add tonic water slowly while stirring with a bar spoon.
- Squeeze the lime wedge into the drink and drop it in.
- Place the rosemary sprig against the inside of the glass.
- Add any optional garnishes you choose.
Notes
Choose a London dry gin for its strong juniper notes. This type of gin makes a big difference in the drink.
Use fresh tonic water for the best results. Opened tonic water loses its bubbles quickly, so use a new bottle when possible.
Keep all ingredients cold before mixing. Warm tonic water goes flat faster and dilutes the drink too much.
This recipe serves one person. Double the amounts to make two drinks, but mix them separately for the best results.