DIY Tonic Water: A Clean, Simple Way To Use El Guapo Tonic Syrup
Sep 03, 2025
Need tonic water in a pinch? We’ve got you. This quick DIY method uses our El Guapo Tonic Syrup to give you bright, clean tonic anytime you want it. No strange ingredients. No overly sweet mixers. Just crisp bitterness, balanced botanicals and total control over the flavor.
Why Make Your Own Tonic
Most bottled tonics lean sweet or flat. Our Tonic Syrup is crafted with real cinchona and botanicals for honest bitterness and subtle citrus. When you pair it with sparkling water, you get fresh tonic with better balance, better texture and no artificial anything.
DIY Tonic Water Recipe
Makes one drink.
Ingredients
- 0.25 oz El Guapo™ Tonic Syrup
- 3 oz sparkling water
- Lime wheel for garnish
Instructions
- Add the Tonic Syrup to a lowball glass.
- Fill with ice.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with a lime wheel.
Pro tip: For a more bitter, astringent tonic, double the syrup.
Controlling Flavor with Tonic Syrup
Using tonic syrup lets you fine-tune the drink. Add a little more syrup for richer bitterness. Add more sparkling water for something lighter. Either way, you get a clean, refreshing mixer that outshines mass-produced tonic every time.
Looking for more cocktail inspiration? Explore our complete collection of recipes and discover your next favorite drink. Have a question? Contact us for assistance, or visit El Guapo’s homepage to explore everything we offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is tonic water?
A sparkling drink flavored with quinine for clean bitterness.
What does tonic water taste like?
Bitter, lightly sweet and often citrus-forward.
Can I use Tonic Syrup in other cocktails?
Yes. It adds great structure to gin drinks like a Tom Collins or Gin Fizz.
