The gin and tonic is deceptively simple — four elements, no shaking, no technique to master. Which is exactly why the details decide everything. Get the gin, tonic, ice and garnish right and it’s one of the best drinks in the world. Get them wrong and it’s forgettable.

Here’s how to build a genuinely great gin and tonic at home in Singapore, starting with the part that matters most.

Start with the right gin

The gin is doing most of the work, so a flabby or overly sweetened one has nowhere to hide once tonic dilutes it. This is why a balanced London Dry is the classic choice for a G&T: made to a strict standard with no sugar added after distillation, it stays crisp and clean when it’s lengthened.

Mystique Gin is crafted in the United Kingdom in that London Dry tradition, then built around a signature of rosemary and kaffir lime leaves. Those two botanicals are made for a gin and tonic — the rosemary adds a savoury, herbal lift and the kaffir lime brings bright citrus, so the drink tastes fresh rather than flat. (New to the style? Here’s what London Dry Gin actually means.)

Choose a tonic that complements, not competes

Tonic is half the glass, so don’t treat it as an afterthought. A clean, dry premium tonic — Fever-Tree is a reliable benchmark — lets the botanicals come through instead of burying them under sweetness. If you prefer a lighter drink, a light or Mediterranean tonic works beautifully with Mystique’s herbal profile.

Get the ratio and the ice right

A good starting ratio is one part gin to three parts tonic; adjust to taste from there. Use plenty of large, solid ice cubes — not a few small ones. More ice sounds counter-intuitive but it melts slower, so your G&T stays cold and properly diluted instead of watering down as you drink it. Fill the glass.

The quick method

• Fill a large wine glass or highball with ice.
• Pour 50ml (one part) Mystique London Dry.
• Top with 150ml chilled premium tonic, poured gently to keep the fizz.
• Stir once, then garnish.

Finish with a garnish that echoes the gin

The best garnish amplifies what’s already in the glass. With Mystique’s rosemary-and-kaffir-lime signature, a sprig of rosemary and a twist of lime are perfect — gently slap the rosemary between your palms first to release the oils. Skip heavy fruit salads; one or two considered garnishes beat five competing ones.

Want the exact build we serve? Follow our Mysterious Gin & Tonic recipe, or explore the full recipe collection for a Luxury Gin Martini and a Vibrant Gin Fizz.

Final pour

A great gin and tonic isn’t about expensive gadgets — it’s about a well-made gin, a good tonic, generous ice and a garnish that belongs. Start with a balanced London Dry and the rest falls into place.

Ready to make yours? Buy Mystique Gin online with delivery across Singapore and build the perfect G&T tonight.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gin for a gin and tonic?

A balanced London Dry gin is the classic choice — it stays crisp when lengthened with tonic. Mystique’s rosemary and kaffir lime signature makes it especially suited to a fresh, herbal G&T.

What is the correct gin to tonic ratio?

Start at one part gin to three parts tonic (for example 50ml gin to 150ml tonic) and adjust to taste.

What garnish goes best with a gin and tonic?

Match the garnish to the gin. For Mystique, a sprig of rosemary and a twist of lime echo the botanicals; slap the rosemary first to release its oils.