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Gin and Soda

Gin and Soda combines Gin, Soda Water, Lime in a cocktail served in a highball glass. It is a strong fit for summer patio, date night and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.

Taste profile

Balanced, light, balanced, and smooth.

Best for

Best for summer patio, date night.

Quick tags

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Quick fact

Gin and Soda is usually served as a cocktail in a highball glass, and its identity is shaped by Gin, Soda Water, Lime.

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How to make it

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  1. 1Pour the Gin and Soda water into a highball glass almost filled with ice cubes.
  2. 2Stir well.
  3. 3Garnish with the lime wedge.

Method

Stirred

Finish

Usually finished with Lime.

Taste map

Strength

Balanced

Sweetness

Light

Sourness

Balanced

Bitterness

Smooth

Read: Gin and Soda is a medium alcoholic cocktail for summer patio with Gin, Soda Water, Lime.

Texture and serve cues

Has citrus
Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style

Glassware

Highball glass

Method

Stirred

More to know before you make it

A fuller read on the drink.

Flavor & pairing

Expect a balanced profile with support from Gin, Soda Water, Lime. Easy to serve with snacks, small plates, and casual sharing food.

Serving & context

Serve in a highball glass and aim for a medium prep that still feels polished in the glass. Gin and Soda sits comfortably in the gin cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.

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Gin and Soda is usually served as a cocktail in a highball glass, and its identity is shaped by Gin, Soda Water, Lime.

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Base spirit

Gin

Category

Cocktail

Alcohol

Alcoholic

Glass

Highball glass

Method

Stirred

Garnish

Usually finished with Lime.

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