Gin’s Other Half: A Quick Guide to Tonics

 There’s no doubt that when someone asks, “What goes well with gin?” one of the first responses is always a good tonic. However, with so many different types of tonics available, it can be a little tricky to choose the right one to pair with your premium gin. So, here are some tips from Brogans Way Gin to help you on your way. 


No true premium gin lover would ever be found without some tonic in their drinks fridge. However, as the gin market has been booming, the tonic choices have become a little more complicated than just grabbing the good old, yellow Schweppes bottle. With up-and-coming brands like Fever-Tree and Strangelove taking to the scene, we’ve had more variety than ever before when it comes to picking a tonic. 


So, do you find yourself standing in the drinks aisle at Coles wondering, well... what goes well with gin? 


At Brogan’s Way Gin distillery, we’ve sampled the lot and chosen our top tonic picks to help you out. 


#1 – For the Love of Fever-Tree


Being one of the first brands to make it big in the contemporary tonic scene, Fever-Tree is an automatic go-to for many gin drinkers. They’ve produced a range of well-balanced tonics that perfectly compliment a good craft gin. 


Whether you keep it classic with premium Indian tonic water, switch it up with an Elderflower flower infusion or take it to another level with their aromatic tonic. Whichever way you mix it, you can’t go wrong with Fever-Tree. 


#2 – Capi 


Recently voted one of the best by Australian Bartender, Capi is a great choice if you’re looking for classic, balanced tonic water. Although this brand specialises in more glitzy soft drinks, their tonic water is by far one of the best for a good G&T. 


#3 – Strangelove


Often a strong choice due to their branding, Strangelove is another great choice for gin drinkers. It seems to be the perfect compromise between bitter and citrus notes that perfectly compliment a G&T. 


#4 – Mischief Brew


If you’re already enjoying a good Aussie-made gin, you may as well pair it with the perfect Aussie made tonic. Mischief Brew is an Adelaidean start-up that have developed a Bengal Tonic Water, with a little bit of a twist. 


So, there you have it. A quick guide to help you pick out the perfect tonic. 


Still, wondering what goes well with gin? Or looking for a local, premium gin to add to your collection? Visit Brogans Way Gin distillery today.

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