In the modern market of non-alcoholic soft drinks, there are many different brands used both in pure form and as part of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. Judging by numerous consumer reviews, pretty good mixes come from a drink invented by Jacob Schwepp. You can enjoy them in entertainment venues and bars. Many lovers make cocktails with Schweppes at home. If you have the right ingredients, cooking them is easy. About what there are cocktail recipes with "Schweppes", you will learn from this article.
Acquaintance
"Shveps" is a trademark in the line of which non-alcoholic soft drinks, namely tonics. The sweetened soda is based on the bitter quinine extract, which is extracted from the bark of a quinine tree. The presence of this component explains why Schweppes has a characteristic bitter-sour taste. The very first variety of "Schweppes" is considered Indian Tonic. It was created in 1873, when the British government had its own colonies in India. This drink is with a bitter-sour taste and without any additives. In 1956, a new variety of Schweppes, namely Bitter Lemon, was launched. A special technology is used in the production of the drink, the essence of which is that lemon juice is extracted by squeezing both the pulp of the fruit and the zest. As a result, “Schweppes” is characterized by light bitterness. On the market of soft drinks, there is another kind of "Schweppes" - Mojito with lime juice. It tastes like mojito and lime. In the production of three types of drinks using purified water, citric acid and quinine. In addition, drinks are additionally seasoned with natural flavors and citrus juice.
Since quinine has inherent analgesic and antipyretic properties, tonic can be used as a means to prevent muscle cramps. Due to the fact that Schweppes has a fairly large amount of sugar, the use of this drink improves mood and replenishes the body with the missing calories. If you are very sensitive to the toxic effects of quinine, then you should refrain from using Schweppes. Quinine can cause headaches, rashes, tinnitus, dizziness, nausea, and blurred vision. Nevertheless, many use Schweppes to make various mixes. Read more about Shveps cocktails next.
Schweppes vodka
This is what a vodka cocktail with “Schweppes” is called. It is prepared from bitter (50 ml) and 150 ml of tonic. Also, for a cocktail of vodka with Schweppes, you need sweet syrup. One teaspoon will be enough. Since crushed ice, slices of lemon or lime are added to many Shveps cocktails, it is advisable to include these components in the composition of this drink. The mix is ​​simple. First of all, the glass is filled with ice, and then with an alcohol-containing base. Next, squeezed juice from citrus. Now the cocktail is seasoned with regular sugar syrup. At the very end, the tonic itself is poured directly into the container. As a decoration for a cocktail, mint is suitable. A few leaves will be enough. After performing these steps, the drink is considered ready to drink.
Rum cocktail with Schweppes. Ingredients
Make a mix of the following components:
- 350 ml of tonic.
- 80 ml of rum.
- Peppermint
- One tablespoon of granulated sugar.
- Fresh lemon juice. It will take half a citrus.
- One lime fruit.
Experts recommend adding crushed ice to alcoholic cocktails with Schweppes. In this drink with rum put 12 pieces.
About cooking
Alcoholic drinks with Schweppes are made in several stages. Previously, home craftsmen are preparing all the necessary ingredients, namely, they freeze ice, cut citrus fruits. The lime fruit must be cut into four parts, and the lemon in half. Next, mint (10-15 leaves) and sugar are placed in a glass. Juice squeezed from half the fruit is added there. Now the mixture is thoroughly triturated with a long spoon. As a result, you should have two more halves of lemon and lime. They need to be cut into slices and put in a glass. From above they are covered with pieces of ice. Then the mixture is seasoned with the right amount of rum and tonic. Before serving, chop the contents again with a spoon or tube. Like many other alcoholic cocktails with Schweppes, this rum-based drink is very invigorating. Judging by the numerous consumer reviews, this mix can be freshened up on a hot summer day.
"Broken heart"
"Martini" is considered a fairly popular brand, which is used in many well-known alcoholic beverages. It is bred with both strong alcohol and products that do not contain alcohol. Judging by numerous consumer reviews, the Broken Heart mix is ​​in great demand. This martini cocktail with “Schweppes” is a surprisingly gentle and pleasant drink with a special, unique aroma and taste. To make a cocktail, in addition to martini and tonic, you still need vodka. The recipe provides the following proportions:
- 100 ml Martini "Bianco".
- 100 ml of vodka.
- 50 ml of Schweppes.
You need to prepare this cocktail in a shaker. In this container, the above ingredients are additionally seasoned with ice. Shake the drink before serving.
Shveps gin cocktail
Surely many have heard of such a drink as gin and tonic. Already by its name you can judge the composition of this cocktail. Its basis is represented by gin and non-alcoholic tonic. In an effort to improve the taste, manufacturers fill the gin and tonic with ice, lemon or fresh lime fruit. Due to the presence of these ingredients, the drink is very invigorating and refreshing, with a slight acidity and a slight strength. Since it is in great demand, today it is sold ready-made in almost every grocery store. Those who have doubts about the quality of this tonic drink can be advised to prepare it yourself.
What ice is needed?
Before you start preparing gin and tonic, you should carefully select the necessary ingredients, since this will determine what taste the finished drink will have. Preparing alcoholic cocktails with Shveps according to the recipe, home craftsmen fill their products with ice, which can be crushed or in the form of cubes. In this case, experts recommend giving preference to the second option. It is noted that ice in cubes in a glass dissolves slowly, due to which the low temperature of the cocktail itself will remain longer. The crushed ice melts, and therefore dilutes the tonic faster. As a result, the drink after some time will be no longer with such a rich taste and strength.
Main component
The alcohol-containing base of this cocktail is represented by gin. Since it gives the drink a taste and strength, it is advisable to use high-quality alcohol with a rich aroma of juniper. In addition, a good gin is not characterized by a pronounced alcohol smell. If you don’t know which brand to choose, check out Bombay Sapphire and Beefeater. According to consumer reviews, for the preparation of gin and tonic, they are considered the best. Despite the fact that gin can be expensive, you should not save on the main component.
What else will experts advise?
Your cocktail will look more attractive if it is decorated with slices of lime or lemon. In addition, these fruits will give the finished drink a unique taste and a pronounced characteristic aroma. However, this will be possible if only ripe and undamaged fruits are used. Due to the fact that acquiring an original quinous drink in Russia is rather problematic, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with its composition before buying a tonic. It is better that various preservatives and artificial additives are absent in it. Otherwise, they can spoil the taste and aroma of the finished mix.
Proportions
According to experts, gin and tonic is an alcoholic drink in which anyone can add ingredients at their discretion. There are no clear requirements for proportions in this case. They are selected, focusing on such a parameter as a fortress. For lovers of low alcohol drinks, the optimal ratio would be 1: 2 or 1: 3. Those who prefer stronger cocktails can be advised to pour the same proportions of gin and tonic.
Classic version
There are several variations on the preparation of this cocktail. Professional bartenders recommend for beginners to get acquainted with the mix, which is prepared according to the classic recipe. It provides for the following ingredients:
- 50 g of gin.
- 100 g of tonic.
Thus, in this case, the proportion is 1: 2. You will also need ice in the form of cubes (100 g). A drink is prepared in a large highball glass, in which the mix is ​​served. First cut the lime fruit into four slices. Then from one you need to squeeze the juice. The second will be used as decoration. Next, ice is poured into the container. Its volume should not exceed one third of the glass. Top with a thin stream pour 50 g of gin. In this case, you will hear how the ice begins to crack. After half a minute, pour tonic and fresh lime juice. The contents of highball are thoroughly mixed using a special cocktail spoon. However, for this purpose, a tube will also work. Drinking this cocktail is made slowly. Thanks to the presence of ice cubes, it will turn out chilled and with an acceptable strength.
Gin and tonic with cucumber
Judging by the numerous reviews, this is a rather refreshing and invigorating low-alcohol drink. Unlike the previous recipe, in this case more ice will be needed, namely 150 g. Cucumber is cut into several thin circles, which, together with ice, are stacked in highball in layers. Then the glass is filled with gin, and after half a minute - tonic. Freshly squeezed juice from the lime fruit is added on top. This cucumber tonic is mixed, after which it is ready for use. Some professional bartenders advise only shaking the glass slightly so that the ingredients do not mix. Otherwise, if chopped with a spoon, the cocktail will look less presentable.
With raspberries
By itself, this drink is considered quite tasty, refreshing and invigorating. Nevertheless, you can experiment and create mixes with original saturated aromas and the most different tastes. According to one of the recipes you need 25 ml of raspberry gin per 100 ml of tonic. Begin cooking by filling one-third of the highball with ice and gin. Next, add a tonic and mix the contents of the glass. Judging by the reviews, this drink has a low strength, a sweet, pleasant aroma and a raspberry finish.
"Fiery"
The recipe involves the use of the following products:
- Gina (50 g).
- Tonic (100 g).
- 100 g of ice. It is desirable that it be in the form of cubes.
The drink is prepared in the same way as raspberry gin and tonic. However, in this case, a proportion of 1: 2 is respected. Cocktail is decorated with orange slices. If you are not a fan of alcohol, then non-alcoholic cocktails with Schweppes are suitable for you, about the preparation of which further.
Delight
For this cocktail, you will need to get 150 ml of Shveps, 30 ml of passion fruit syrup, three strawberries and five leaves of fresh mint. Strawberries, cut into several slices, fit into highball. Ice is also poured there and mint is added. Top watered with syrup and then tonic. At the very end, the contents of the glass are thoroughly mixed.
Fresh flash
The composition of this non-alcoholic cocktail is represented by tonic (100 ml), fresh orange juice (100 ml) and Grenadine syrup (20 ml). First of all, the glass is filled with ice, orange juice and Schweppes. After this, the drink needs to be mixed. Now syrup is added to the cocktail and garnished with orange slices.
Ice nice
The following ingredients are needed for a drink:
- 150 ml of tonic.
- 30 ml Blue Curacao syrup.
- 10 ml coconut syrup.
- 20 ml lime juice.
First of all, they put ice in highball and pour syrups with juice. Further to the full volume, the glass is filled with Schweppes. After that, the contents are stirred. As a decoration for this non-alcoholic mix, use red cocktail cherries or lime slices.
Lime tonic
This non-alcoholic cocktail is made from tonic (150 ml), lime juice (30 ml) and sugar syrup (10 ml). The ice, poured in a high highball glass, is poured with lime juice, and then with sugar syrup and Schweppes. Then the drink is mixed. For decoration, apply lime slices or fresh mint.