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berry gin and tonic
Christina Orso

Our Easy Berry Gin and Tonic Cocktail Recipe

This is one of those gin cocktails that feels like a delicious way to slow down and enjoy a hot summer day. It is bright, balanced, and endlessly adaptable. Once you try it, you may never go back to a plain gin tonic again.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces dry gin
  • 1 small handful fresh blueberries
  • 0.5 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 0.5 ounce simple syrup or blueberry syrup optional
  • 4 to 5 ounces tonic water such as Fever-Tree or Q Tonic
  • Lots of ice cubes
  • Lime wedge or citrus peel for garnish

Method
 

  1. Fill a highball glass or rocks glass with lots of ice.
  2. Add fresh blueberries and gently muddle.
  3. Pour in gin and fresh lime juice.
  4. Add simple syrup if desired and stir briefly.
  5. Top with tonic water and stir gently.
  6. Garnish with a lime wedge or citrus peel. Serve immediately.