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Watermelon Gin & Tonic

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Summer calls for something crisp, cool, and undeniably refreshing, and this Watermelon Gin & Tonic delivers. It’s a simple, flavor-packed cocktail that balances the smooth botanicals of our Mon Forest Reserve Dry Gin with juicy watermelon and the perfect fizz of tonic water.

Whether you’re winding down on the porch or hosting a sunny weekend get-together, this cocktail is your go-to.

What You’ll Need:
 • 2–3 pieces of fresh watermelon
 • 0.5 oz simple syrup
 • 2 oz Swilled Dog Mon Forest Reserve Dry Gin
 • Tonic water
 • Ice
 • Watermelon slice, for garnish

How to Make It:
1. Muddle the fruit.
In a cocktail shaker, add the watermelon and simple syrup. Give it a solid muddle to release all that bright, sweet juice.
 2. Shake it up.
Add your gin and a scoop of ice, then shake well until chilled.
 3. Strain & serve.
Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
 4. Top it off.
Pour tonic water over the top until it reaches your desired level of sparkle.
 5. Garnish.
Finish with a slice of watermelon for a summery touch.

This cocktail hits all the right notes: crisp, clean, and just a little bit playful. Keep it on repeat all season long, and don’t forget to tag us when you mix it up. Happy sipping this summer!

 

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