Vodka tonic

A vodka tonic is an alcoholic drink made with varying proportions of vodka and tonic water. Vodka tonics are frequently garnished with a slice of lime or lemon.

Vodka tonic
Cocktail
TypeCocktail
Primary alcohol by volume
ServedOn the rocks; poured over ice
Standard garnishcitrus fruit, usually lime or lemon
Standard drinkware
Highball glass
Commonly used ingredients
  • One part vodka
  • One to three parts tonic water, to taste
  • Often lemon or lime juice fresh-squeezed from a wedge of fruit
PreparationMix and serve-stirred, not shaken.

One commonly used recipe is one part vodka and one part tonic water in a tumbler, often a highball glass over ice, with a generous lime wedge squeezed into it.[1]

The drink is referenced in the lyrics of the song "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" by Elton John.

See also
  • Gin tonic

References
  1. http://www.drinksmixer.com/drink6563.html


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