Hemingway Gin & Tonic

Ingredients

  • 60 ml Gin
  • 120 ml Tonic water
  • 15 ml Grapefruit juice
  • 10 ml Maraschino liqueur e.g. Luxardo
  • Garnish Grapefruit wedge

Preparation

  1. Build in a highball glass over ice.
  2. Add all ingredients.
  3. Stir gently.
  4. Garnish with grapefruit wedge. A wedge is a thick, lengthwise slice — usually a quarter or eighth of the fruit.

Origin Story

The Hemingway Gin & Tonic is believed to have been inspired by the famed author Ernest Hemingway, who enjoyed gin-based cocktails during his time in Cuba. This variation reflects a blend of classic highball elements with a twist of grapefruit, embodying Hemingway's adventurous spirit.

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