Ingredients
Espresso Tonic Ingredients
- 2 oz freshly brewed espresso (preferably from Arabica beans)
- 4-6 oz tonic water or light/diet tonic water
- Ice cubes (enough to fill the glass)
- Lime wedge, fresh herbs, or other optional garnishes (such as lemon or orange wedge)
Instructions
- Brew the Espresso: Prepare a double shot of espresso using freshly ground Arabica beans. Make sure it is hot and freshly brewed for the best flavor.
- Fill Glass with Ice: While the espresso is brewing, fill your serving glass to the top with ice cubes to chill the drink effectively.
- Add Tonic Water: Slowly pour 4 to 6 ounces of tonic water over the ice, stopping when the glass is about 3/4 full to maintain the fizz and balance the drink.
- Combine Espresso and Tonic: Gently pour the freshly brewed espresso over the ice and tonic mixture. Stir lightly to blend the flavors without losing too much carbonation.
- Garnish and Serve: Add a garnish such as a wedge of lime, lemon, or orange, or fresh herbs for an aromatic touch. Top off with additional tonic water if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing espresso tonic.
Notes
- Use freshly brewed espresso for the best taste and aroma.
- You can adjust the amount of tonic water depending on your preference for strength and sweetness.
- Light or diet tonic water is a great option to reduce calories and sugar.
- The drink is best served immediately to enjoy the tonic’s fizz.
- Optional garnishes like fresh herbs (mint or rosemary) add a unique flavor dimension.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
