Long before G&Ts were a fan favorite, India was brewing tonics. These tonics, which incorporated roots, spices, and herbs, come from Ayurveda, one of the world’s oldest healing systems. They were used to help balance the body, from supporting digestion to boosting immunity against malaria. That protection against malaria is largely due to quinine, one of tonic’s key ingredients, which has a bitter flavor. Citrus and sugar helped make tonic more palatable. The British Navy combined tonic water with gin, giving birth to the classic cocktail.
We tip our hat at these original recipes with our zesty Indian tonic, brightened with lemon and lemongrass and ending with a dry finish. Enjoy it as a mixer or on its own. A potion for lighting up a room.
Tonics are not created equal. With all of our sparklings, science makes them the best on the shelves. You want the maximum amount of carbonation (without the can exploding, obviously). We’ve undergone plenty of experiments and internal testing to achieve the crisp bite that makes something so pleasant to drink. It may not be as flashy as cool flavor combinations or can art, but trust us — it’s one of the most important ingredients in a high-quality drink. In our tonic waters, we combine a curated mineral content to achieve a champagne-like bubble.
See our recipes page for inspiration on how to mix with the Indian Tonic.
