Tequila and Tonic

Recipe from Ivy Mix

Adapted by Robert Simonson

Tequila and Tonic
Karsten Moran for The New York Times
Total Time
2 minutes
Rating
5(299)
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Ivy Mix, an owner of Leyenda, a Brooklyn bar with a focus on Latin spirits, thinks this drink requires an earthy lowland tequila (that is, grown in the valley section of Jalisco), such at the Partida reposado, which is aged slightly, and has toasty, nutty flavors. For its tonic match, she reaches for Canada Dry or Schweppes, which have “more quinine kick” in her opinion. For a switch, try this recipe with mezcal. But, since that smoky spirit is typically more pungent in flavor, use only an ounce and a half. —Robert Simonson

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Ingredients

Yield:1 drink
  • Lime wedge (one sixth of a lime)
  • 2ounces tequila, preferably Partida reposado
  • 4ounces tonic water, preferably Canada Dry or Schweppes
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Nutritional analysis per serving (1 servings)

172 calories; 0 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 11 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 10 grams sugars; 0 grams protein; 14 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Fill a highball glass with ice. Squeeze the lime over the ice and drop into glass. Add tequila and top with tonic. Stir briefly.

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JPeterson

I haven't tried this recipe, but we are hooked on Fevertree Tonic. There's a world of difference in taste between Fevertree Premium Indian Tonic and any other grocery-store tonic we've tried. It's more expensive, but well worth it for the taste.

Ricardo

Definitely, the Fever Tree Tonic will make a gigantic difference. Also, why not a more serious dedication and an have a dry cold glass before serving the tequila, after add cold dry ice (before starts dripping), then let the tonic do the effervesces right into the tequila leaving the chemistry works it magic.
To all "conocedores" this is stolen from the right and only way of making a good Gin Tonic.
Salud/cheers/prost!

Drew

Canada Dry and Schweppes both contain high fructose corn syrup. I use Fevertree or Q tonic and the difference in the taste of these tonics is amazing. Also think that tonic is the BEST mixer for a great tequila.

H

Refreshingly delicious

Linda Maryanov

I agree with @JPeterson. Fever Tree. A+.

Nikolas

I have to agree with others that Fevertree Tonic is the way to go. And I make mine with only blanco tequila, not anything aged, since blanco tequila is healthier and lighter (and I only ever use 100% de agave). I'm sure that others will be horrified, but I actually prefer Rose's lime juice to a fresh lime since it has more sweetness and more bite. I prefer the British Rose's Lime Juice Cordial because it's made from actual sugar rather than high fructose corn syrup.

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Adapted from Ivy Mix, Leyanda, New York

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