The Perfect Gin and Tonic

1. 1

   Chill the glass.

2. 2

   You may want to fill it with ice, then empty it and refill, as some bartenders do with a martini glass.

3. 3

   Fill the glass with whole ice cubes.

4. 4

   If you wish, take a wedge of lime and moisten the rim the glass with it.

5. 5

   Pour the gin over the ice, which should be cold enough that it crackles when the liquor hits it.

6. 6

   Fill glass almost to the top with tonic.

7. 7

   Squeeze one wedge of lime into the glass.

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   Drop the squeezed lime into the drink as a garnish if you like; its not necessary, but can add a bit of extra flavor.

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   (If you do, notes Dale DeGroff, make sure the peel has been washed.)

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    Serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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