Imperial Gin & Tonic {Gin Tonic No. 2}

Amaro Arancia, Cacao Liqueur, Empirical Dry Gin

Taking it’s cue from the 20th Century cocktail and pairing PostModern Spirits’ Empirical Dry Gin with citrus and Cacao Liqueur, The Imperial Gin & Tonic is full on flavor. The Jack Rudy Tonic Syrup pairs nicely with the lemon citrus notes and the full-bodied Cacao Liqueur.

Glass:

Collins

Ingredients:

Empirical Dry Gin 1.25 ounce
Cacao Liqueur 0.5 ounce
Lemon Juice 0.5 ounce
Jack Rudy Tonic Syrup 0.5 ounce
Amaro Arancia 0.25 ounce

Garnish:

Lemon Wedge

Method:

Shake with Ice and Strain into an ice filled Collins glass and top with soda.

Tasting Notes:

Subtle balance on a refined Gin and Tonic

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