The classic cocktail of gin and tonic is familiar to everyone. It pleasantly refreshes in the summer heat, gives a feeling of coolness and does not cloud your head. Usually gin and tonic are perceived as a “solo” drink. But this is a misconception: it goes well with some appetizers, main courses and even desserts.
Gin and tonic are easy to make at home. The classic cocktail recipe includes 50 ml of gin, 150 ml or half a can of tonic, 20 g of lime and ice. Keep in mind that the gas in the tonic wears off quickly, so it's best to prepare the shake just before drinking. The range of dishes that go with this cocktail is quite wide. The main thing is to remember about the balance of tastes.
Asian & Pacific Cuisine, Seafood
Gin and tonic energizes and refreshes the taste buds, so it goes well with Thai and other Asian dishes. The abundance of spices will complement the tangy dry taste of gin and tonic.
A gin and tonic complements the rich taste of seafood. Oysters, crabs, shrimps, scallops, sprinkled with lemon juice … The pleasure is guaranteed.
Next time you're cooking or ordering a platter of smoked salmon, don't forget the gin and tonic. They are just made for each other.
The citrusy taste of gin enhances the taste of salmon at times.
Other snack options
Crackers with thinly sliced cucumber, sour cream and shrimp are a popular dish at many cocktail parties and go well with a gin and tonic. The success of this combination ensures the coolness and freshness of the appetizer and cocktail ingredients.
For dessert, treat yourself to a sorbet made from berries: strawberries, blueberries, cranberries. They well set off the bitterness of the quinine in the tonic and the juniper flavor of the gin.
Surprise your guests with a simple dish that pairs wonderfully well with gin and tonic. You will need meatballs, cranberry sauce, and ketchup. These ingredients must be combined and cooked in a slow cooker on the "Stew" mode for about 5-6 hours. Trust me, the wait is worth it. This dish, combined with gin and tonic, is simply divine!
Gin and tonic harmonizes well with hard cheeses with a pronounced taste. For gourmets, the Spanish Sheep Manchego cheese or the English blue Stilton cheese can be recommended as a stand-alone snack or in combination with crackers. In general, sheep cheese, having an unusual earthy taste, sets off the taste of gin and tonic well. And even French cheese "Chevre" with a pungent sheep's smell will be a real boon for you.
If you're not hungry, nuts are a great alternative to a rich buffet. Almonds, walnuts and macadamia are combined with gin and tonic. Their rich, fatty salty taste sets off citrus, floral and slightly woody notes of the cocktail. But remember the measure. No matter how many nuts you eat, they make you thirsty, which means you can easily drink too much.
