Charred Rosemary Gin Tonic
A sophisticated twist on the classic gin and tonic featuring charred rosemary for a smoky herbal aroma. This recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together gin, tonic water, fresh lime juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 4 oz tonic water
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 rosemary sprig
- as needed ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Lightly char 1 fresh rosemary sprig over a gas flame or with a kitchen torch until fragrant but not burnt; set aside.
- Step 2: Fill a highball glass with large clear ice cubes to the brim.
- Step 3: Pour 2 oz gin and 1/2 oz fresh lime juice over the ice.
- Step 4: Gently pour 4 oz tonic water down the side of the glass to maintain carbonation.
- Step 5: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to combine without losing fizz.
- Step 6: Place the charred rosemary sprig upright in the glass as garnish to release smoky herbal notes with every sip.
