ITALIAN G&T

ITALIAN G&T

The Italian G&T is a bright, bittersweet upgrade to the classic Gin & Tonic — pairing crisp Gin (or a Zero Proof Gin Alternative) with Aperol and Top Hat East India Tonic Water. You get that quinine-forward snap, layered with citrus, gentle bitterness, and soft botanicals for an easy, highball-style cocktail that feels like an Italian aperitivo hour at home.

Bittersweet Built Gin & Tonic
Prep 3 m
Total 3 m
Yield 1 (10–12 oz)
ABV ~8–10% / 0.0%
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This Italian G&T leans into the Aperol Spritz flavor profile — bittersweet, citrusy, and super refreshing — but keeps the structure of a classic Gin & Tonic.

Method

  1. Add 1.5 oz Gin to a tall glass or balloon glass.
  2. Add 1.5 oz Zero Proof Gin Alternative to a tall glass or balloon glass.
  3. Add 0.75 oz Aperol.
  4. Add 0.75 oz Zero Proof Aperitivo.
  5. Add 1 oz Top Hat East India Tonic Syrup.
  6. Fill the glass completely with ice.
  7. Top with 4–6 oz Top Hat East India Tonic Water.
  8. Top with 5 oz Top Hat Club Soda or fresh sparkling water from your soda maker, poured slowly down the side.
  9. Give a gentle stir to combine while keeping the bubbles alive.
  10. Garnish with an orange slice and optional rosemary sprig.

Pro move: Express an orange peel over the top before garnishing to boost those citrus aromatics.

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