Tequila and Tonic Recipe (2024)

I haven't tried this recipe, but we are hooked on Fevertree Tonic. There's a world of difference in taste between Fevertree Premium Indian Tonic and any other grocery-store tonic we've tried. It's more expensive, but well worth it for the taste.

Definitely, the Fever Tree Tonic will make a gigantic difference. Also, why not a more serious dedication and an have a dry cold glass before serving the tequila, after add cold dry ice (before starts dripping), then let the tonic do the effervesces right into the tequila leaving the chemistry works it magic.
To all "conocedores" this is stolen from the right and only way of making a good Gin Tonic.
Salud/cheers/prost!

Canada Dry and Schweppes both contain high fructose corn syrup. I use Fevertree or Q tonic and the difference in the taste of these tonics is amazing. Also think that tonic is the BEST mixer for a great tequila.

In Texas, we call this a Ranch Water.

Very refreshing. However, I like El Padrino Blanco. A better price and the pairing with tonic is very nice.

I agree with @JPeterson. Fever Tree. A+.

I have to agree with others that Fevertree Tonic is the way to go. And I make mine with only blanco tequila, not anything aged, since blanco tequila is healthier and lighter (and I only ever use 100% de agave). I'm sure that others will be horrified, but I actually prefer Rose's lime juice to a fresh lime since it has more sweetness and more bite. I prefer the British Rose's Lime Juice Cordial because it's made from actual sugar rather than high fructose corn syrup.

Use a quality tonic water instead of Canada dry. I recommend Fever Tree. Not too sweet and doesn't diminish the flavor of the tequila.

You one of my go-to drinks is tequila and tonic (trader joes) with extra lime juice. Salted rim.

I just looked this recipe up on a lark to see if Tequila & Tonic was an actual drink. I’m happy to see that it is. We make it all the time with espolon tequila blanco and Schweppes & it’s delicious. Thanks to the other comments here, I’m looking forward to giving Fever Tree a try.

In Texas, we call this a Ranch Water.

I love Fevertree Tonics as well, but I like a lower sugar level so I chose "Q" Tonic.

Nice to see this recipe. Each night we have essentially a Tonic and Tequila with two of the small Mexican limes, and most often a few ounces of a fruit juice from the Hispanic food counter at Safeway. The tonic is the perfect balance to the strong lime flavor. Try different juices, from mango to strawberry.

Better yet, make your own tonic syrup from scratch. I highly recommend it.

Quite sour to my taste, I'll stick to Gin and tonic.

Canada Dry and Schweppes both contain high fructose corn syrup. I use Fevertree or Q tonic and the difference in the taste of these tonics is amazing. Also think that tonic is the BEST mixer for a great tequila.

Definitely, the Fever Tree Tonic will make a gigantic difference. Also, why not a more serious dedication and an have a dry cold glass before serving the tequila, after add cold dry ice (before starts dripping), then let the tonic do the effervesces right into the tequila leaving the chemistry works it magic.
To all "conocedores" this is stolen from the right and only way of making a good Gin Tonic.
Salud/cheers/prost!

the slightest drizzle of agave nectar to top it off can be a nice touch, both aesthetically and to make it a little less bitter

absolutely refreshing although be careful it packs a punch and sneaks up on you!

I haven't tried this recipe, but we are hooked on Fevertree Tonic. There's a world of difference in taste between Fevertree Premium Indian Tonic and any other grocery-store tonic we've tried. It's more expensive, but well worth it for the taste.