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The Perfect Gin and Tonic with Syrup: A Green Detox Cocktail Recipe

Looking for a refreshing gin and tonic with syrup? Discover our 'Spa Fashioned,' a vibrant green detox cocktail that's a perfect blend of botanical gin, zesty tonic, and cleansing chlorophyll. It's a healthy, easy-to-make drink that delivers a beautiful and unique flavor profile. This particular recipe utilizes our El Guapo™ Tonic Syrup and Sakara Life Detox Water Concentrate for a perfectly balanced and invigorating drink.

The 'Spa Fashioned' Gin and Tonic Recipe

This recipe makes one cocktail.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine the El Guapo™ Tonic Syrup, vodka, and the detox water drops.
  2. Shake the mixture until it is well chilled.
  3. Strain the cocktail into a lowball or Collins glass.
  4. Fill the glass to the brim with chilled club soda.
  5. Garnish with a dehydrated lime wheel before serving.


How to Make it a Gin and Tonic with Syrup

While this recipe is great with vodka, your target keyword is for a gin and tonic with syrup. To make it a gin cocktail, simply replace the 2 oz of vodka with 2 oz of your favorite gin. Gin's botanical notes will add a layer of complexity that beautifully complements the zesty tonic and refreshing chlorophyll.


Flavor Profile: Zesty, Herbal, and Refreshing

This green detox cocktail is a harmonious blend of flavors. The El Guapo™ Tonic Syrup provides a sweet and zesty foundation, while the chlorophyll drops add a fresh, vegetal undertone that is both cleansing and unique. The club soda gives the drink a light, effervescent finish, and the dehydrated lime wheel adds a final burst of tart, citrusy aroma. It's a sophisticated drink that is a perfect balance of healthy and delicious.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is tonic syrup?

Tonic syrup is a concentrated liquid used as a mixer to make tonic water. It contains cinchona bark (which gives it a bitter taste), sugar, and other botanicals. When mixed with club soda, it creates a fresh, customizable tonic water.

What are the benefits of a green detox cocktail?

green detox cocktail is often made with ingredients like chlorophyll, greens, or fresh vegetables. These ingredients are believed to help cleanse the body and provide a boost of vitamins and minerals.

Can I make a gin and tonic with syrup?

Yes, using tonic syrup is a great way to make a gin and tonic with syrup. It allows you to control the sweetness and bitterness, resulting in a more personalized and flavorful cocktail than using a pre-bottled tonic water.

What is chlorophyll and how is it used in a cocktail?

Chlorophyll is a pigment found in plants that is believed to have various health benefits. In cocktails, it is often added in liquid or powder form to give the drink a vibrant green color and a fresh, subtle herbal flavor.

 

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