Scottish G&T
Scottish Gin & Vodka Cocktail Recipes
Scottish G&T
Scottish Gin & Vodka Cocktail Recipes
Our G & Sea (G&T)
Sun-soaked twist on the classic Gin & Tonic—Heart of Scotland Gin with a sparkling tonic finish, finished with a saline kiss and bright citrus. Refreshing, simple, and perfectly balanced. Heart of Scotland Distillery
Time to Make 10 minutes mins
Servings: 1 Cocktail
Spirit Type: Gin
Occasion: Refreshing,, Warm Evenings
Ingredients
🧪 Ingredients
- 50 ml Heart of Scotland Gin Original or Navy Strength
- 200 ml Premium tonic water e.g. Fever-Tree, or to taste
- 1 Handful Ice
Garnish
- 1 Swirl Lemon
- 1 Wedger Lemon For glass rimming
What You'll Need
- 1 Saucer or tool for salt rimming
Nutrition
Serving: 1 PortionCalories: 120kcalSugar: 10g
Method
- Salt the rim: Run a cut lemon or lime wedge around the glass edge. Dip into coarse sea salt—Blackthorn salt of Ayr is recommended, echoing your gin’s signature ingredient
- Add ice: Fill the glass halfway with ice (around 8 cubes), balancing chill with minimal dilution
- Build & serve: Pour in gin and top with tonic. Gently swirl to combine
Garnish & Tips:
Notes :
Navy Strength brings a bolder, spicier backbone; London Dry is lighter and more floral. A coarse sea-salt rim (Blackthorn Salt of Ayr) adds a clean, coastal snap that lifts the botanicals. Tonic choice matters: Mediterranean = softer, herbal; Indian = classic quinine bite; Light = lower sugar, crisper finish.Garnish:
Lime slice or swirl of lemonTips:
Keep the rim thin—just enough for a savoury edge without dominating the sip. Build gently: add cold gin over plenty of ice, top with chilled tonic, and give a brief, soft stir to preserve carbonation. Express citrus oils (twist over the glass) before dropping in for brighter aroma. Use a balloon glass and large, clear ice for slower dilution and elegant presentation. Outdoors-friendly: pre-chill gin and tonic; rim the glass on site for the freshest salt note.🌊 Why You’ll Love It
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- A coastal twist on a timeless G&T—clean, crisp, and beautifully balanced.
- The salted rim makes botanicals pop and adds savoury complexity.
- Fast and foolproof to build, yet looks bar-quality every time.
- Easily tailored: swap tonic styles, choose lemon or orange, or add a few juniper berries for aroma.
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