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Ingredients
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Cocktail Base
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Fill a highball glass with ice cubes to the brim. This will ensure your drink stays cold and refreshing.
- 2
Add the Gin
Pour 2 ounces of gin over the ice in the glass.
- 3
Add the Tonic Water
Carefully pour 4 ounces of tonic water into the glass, allowing it to mix gently with the gin.
- 4
Garnish the Cocktail
Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice from one half into the cocktail. Add the other half as a garnish. Then, add 5 fresh mint leaves either by gently placing them on top or stirring them in for a fresh aroma.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately with a straw or a stirrer, if desired. Enjoy your refreshing Gin & Tonic!