You’ve been making your gin & tonics all wrong! Expert claims you should let the ice MELT before drinking
THE secret to a perfect gin & tonic has been revealed - and it may surprise you.
Whether it's a lukewarm glass of vino or a G&T, most of us dread ice melting and 'watering down' our tipple - especially during the summer months.
But now one gin expert claims that's exactly what you should do.
Working with Gordon's, David T Smith told you should wait a minute or more before sipping on your drink.
He revealed: "When the ice begins to melt, this not only makes the drink cooler but helps to marry all the flavours together."
So there you have it folks, your patience will pay off in the long run.
Another common mistake is limiting yourself to just one or two ice cubes.
But James Chase, who's the CEO and Founder of Chase Distillery, said it's "crucial" to add more ice - which will actually reduce the dilution.
“Add as much ice as you possibly can,” he told Good Housekeeping.
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“The more ice you use, the less dilution you get – meaning you’ll be able to taste the quality of the gin.”
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