Quinine tonics have a long and fascinating history: for generations, people around the world have used quinine-based beverages homeopathically and as part of their nightly routine to relax muscles before sleep. While not a medical treatment and not a substitute for professional guidance, many individuals simply found that sipping a quinine tonic felt soothing and comforting. Today, you can recreate a traditional cane sugar quinine tonic — or a modern sugar-free monk fruit version — right at home with your soda maker and Top Hat Tonic Syrups.
Make Your Own Quinine Tonic or Diet Tonic
Build classic or sugar-free tonic at home using your soda maker & Top Hat Tonic Syrups.
Whether you prefer traditional quinine-forward tonic or a clean sugar-free version naturally sweetened with monk fruit, Top Hat makes it incredibly easy to mix bar-quality tonic water instantly. Just add Top Hat Tonic Syrup to sparkling water from your soda maker — real cane sugar (or monk fruit in our sugar free tonic), natural quinine, bright botanicals and citrus peel & cinchona bark.
Method
- Fill a glass completely with ice.
- Add 1.5 oz Top Hat East India Tonic Syrup or 1.5 oz Top Hat Sugar Free Diet Tonic Syrup.
- Add 5 oz sparkling water from your soda maker.
- Stir gently to incorporate while preserving carbonation.
- Garnish with citrus peel or herbs (optional).
Pro move: Add a small squeeze of grapefruit or lime for an elevated G&T-style tonic.