
Rum and Tonic
ClassicWhite rum, tonic, and lime over ice.
HighballEasySummerRefreshing
2 minEasyLight
Crisp, lightly bitter tonic and bright lime over a clean, slightly sweet rum. Dry, bubbly, and refreshing.
Ingredients
- 2 oz White Rum
- 4 oz Tonic Water
- 0.25 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- Lime wedge · optional garnish
Method
- 1
Add the rum and lime juice to a highball glass filled with ice.
- 2
Top with tonic water.
- 3
Stir gently to combine.
- 4
Garnish with a lime wedge.
The Story
The Rum and Tonic is the rum counterpart to the Gin and Tonic, a simple highball that was served in the Caribbean and wherever tonic travelled. It is easy to make and lets the rum show through.
Glass · Highball glassGarnish · Lime wedge