What is tonic? Like its partner gin, tonic can be a blend of many different things, depending on the recipe, which is generally proprietary. But, also like gin (which, no matter what other ingredients, must begin with juniper berries), tonic must start with quinine, which is derived from the bark of the cinchona tree of South America.
Provided by Eric Asimov
Categories non-alcoholic drinks
Yield About 1 pint
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine cinchona bark, lemon grass, lime zest and grapefruit zest. Add grapefruit juice, lime juice, allspice berries and 2 cups water. Simmer, covered, for 25 minutes. Remove from heat and pass through a fine strainer lined with muslin or cheesecloth into a bowl. Allow mixture to rest for at least 30 minutes, then carefully pour off liquid, leaving behind and discarding grainy particulates that have settled at bottom of bowl.
- For each cup of the resulting tonic water, add 3/4 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon citric acid. Cover and refrigerate until used.
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Mykel
[email protected]I'm not sure about this recipe. I've never made tonic syrup before.
mikey bc
[email protected]I can't wait to try this syrup in my next cocktail. It sounds delicious!
Hamza Plays
[email protected]This syrup is a must-have for any home bartender. It's so versatile and it makes the best cocktails.
DRAMAS ENTERTAINMENT
[email protected]I'm so impressed with this tonic syrup. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Rana 12r1wr
[email protected]This is the best tonic syrup I've ever had. It's so flavorful and refreshing.
Tasbea Babu
[email protected]I've made this syrup several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!
Paul Reynish
[email protected]This syrup is delicious! I love the way it brightens up my cocktails.
Daniel Collins
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been wanting to make my own tonic syrup for a while now and this one is perfect.
Prossy Williamz
[email protected]This syrup is a game-changer! I've been using it in my cocktails and they've never tasted better.
Deeq uk official
[email protected]I've been looking for a tonic syrup recipe and this one is perfect! It's easy to make and the flavor is spot-on.
Isaiah Alleyne
[email protected]This is the perfect syrup for summer cocktails. It's light, refreshing, and has a hint of citrus.
MD Amanullah
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of tonic water. But I'm so glad I did! The syrup is delicious and I can't wait to use it in my next cocktail.
Shirley Jacob
[email protected]This syrup is so easy to make. I love that I can control the sweetness level by adjusting the amount of sugar I add.
Conner Aldeqn
[email protected]I love the versatility of this syrup. I've used it in cocktails, mocktails, and even as a topping for pancakes.
Luitel Divyaraj
[email protected]This tonic syrup is amazing! I've been using it in my cocktails and it adds a delicious, refreshing flavor.