Gin & Tonic

The definitive highball. Plenty of ice, a good gin, cold tonic and a fresh wedge of lime.

Time: 1 min
Difficulty: Easy
Method: Built in glass
Glass: Highball glass

Ingredients

Servings

Gin1 ¾ oz
Tonic water5 oz

Garnish: Lime wedge (1 wedge)

How to make it

1
Fill a highball glass right to the top with ice.
2
Add gin.
3
Pour in chilled tonic and stir once.

Bar gear

Tools you'll need

JiggerA double-sided measure so every drink comes out the same. Look for one marked in ½ and ¼ oz.
Bar spoonA long, thin spoon for stirring, layering and fishing out cherries.

Recommended glassware

Highball glassTall and straight for long, fizzy mixed drinks over ice.

No shaker? A clean jar with a tight lid works. Build your home bar →

Recipe source: Widely published standard specification. Quantities and basic method are factual. Description and steps are original Mixistry copy. Last updated 2026-10-11.

Contains alcohol. For adults of legal drinking age — please enjoy responsibly.