There’s culture, there’s tradition—and then there’s drinks. From Italy’s historical north to the tip of the boot, options abound for alcohol-free enjoyment of the famed aperitivo.

Of course, the balance between sweet and bitter in the classic drink can vary depending on the gin and tonic water used. As gin and tonics have stood the test of time and are common in bars everywhere ...

4 oz. tonic water Lime wedge garnish. Preparation. Add gin to an ice-filled glass. ... Add gin, coffee meletti (Italian liqueur) and absinthe to a chilled glass, add ice, and top with tonic.

Tonic water is a carbonated soda water with dissolved quinine and often added sugars. Tonic water is higher in calories and sugars than many other mixed drink ingredients. Club soda could be a ...

Its use in tonic water was patented in the UK in the 1850s, becoming a staple on colonial missions to Africa and Asia, where the gin and tonic was popularized as a sporting beverage in warm climates.

If tonic water is your mixer of choice, you’re probably safe to have a little now and then. But don’t drink it thinking it will cure nighttime leg cramps or conditions such as restless leg ...

Tonic water is a mixer must if you have an in-home bar. It is carbonated water that has been flavored with lemon or lime extracts. What gives it a unique taste is the addition of a small amount of ...