The Basil & Tangerine Tonic is bright, herbaceous, and effortless—a modern highball built on fresh citrus and clean botanicals. Fresh pressed tangerine juice brings natural sweetness and sunny acidity, while fragrant basil layers in garden aromatics.
Citrus Herbal Refreshing
Prep 2 m
Total 2 m
Yield 1 cocktail
Think of this as a citrus garden spritz: juicy tangerine, structured bitterness from Top Hat East India Tonic Water, and a hit of fresh basil on the nose. It is low-effort, zero-spirit by default, and perfect for anyone who wants complex flavor without a long ingredient list.
Method
- Fill a highball or Collins glass completely with ice.
- Add 1 oz fresh pressed tangerine juice directly over the ice.
- Top with 6 oz Top Hat East India Tonic Water.
- Give a gentle stir to integrate without losing too much carbonation.
- Garnish with fresh basil—lightly slap the leaves between your palms to release aroma before placing them in the glass.
Pro move: Layer a small basil sprig down into the ice stack before you pour; every sip pulls bright aromatics up from the glass.
Top Hat Provisions
Make Better Drinks.
🍊 Citrus-forward tonic made with fresh tangerine juice
🌿 Fresh basil aromatics for a modern herbal highball
✨ Lower Sugar, Gluten-Free, Vegan & No Artificial Anything