Gin-Tonic with Lime
A perfectly balanced classic cocktail highlighting botanical gin and crisp tonic water. This recipe, ready in about 2 minutes, brings together gin, tonic water, lime 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 105 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 wedge lime
- 1 cup ice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a highball glass with 1 cup ice cubes until it's three-quarters full.
- Step 2: Pour 2 oz gin over the ice, then gently add 4 oz tonic water to avoid losing carbonation.
- Step 3: Squeeze 1 lime wedge over the drink, drop it in, and stir gently for 5 seconds to release citrus oils. Serve immediately without further agitation.








