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    Limoncello Tonic

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    Limoncello Tonic! A super easy 2-ingredient cocktail that you are going to want to sip on all summer long!

    Close up of a glass of limoncello tonic garnished with rosemary.

    Reasons To Love This Cocktail

    Love a good gin and tonic? So do I! But I also love to replace the gin with limoncello sometimes. The sweet lemon flavor of the limoncello pairs perfectly with the slight bitterness of the tonic water. Limoncello and tonic is a summer favorite!

    • Only 2 ingredients (plus ice): Nothing beats simple on hot and lazy summer days!
    • Easy to make: No fancy equipment needed! Just pour into a glass filled with ice and add a garnish if you like. Super easy!
    • Refreshing: Perfect for summer sipping! Another refreshing limoncello cocktail to try is this Limoncello Spritz.
    Two glasses of limoncello and tonic garnished with fresh rosemary.

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    To make a limoncello tonic, you will need…

    Labelled photo of ingredients needed to make a limoncello tonic cocktail.
    • Limoncello: Best if chilled! I like to keep my bottle stored in the freezer.
    • Tonic Water: This is my favorite tonic water to use. Since tonic water is a key ingredient in this simple cocktail, I like to use a good quality one for the best flavor.
    • Ice Cubes: To keep the cocktail cold and refreshing.
    • Sprig of Rosemary: This is an optional garnish but it definitely kicks it up a notch and adds some additional flavor too!

    Detailed ingredient list and directions located in the recipe card below.

    How To Make A Limoncello Tonic

    Ready to make one? It couldn’t be easier. You’ll be sipping on this easy limoncello cocktail in no time!

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    1. Pour limoncello into a glass filled with ice.
    2. Top with tonic water and give it a gentle stir to combine.
    3. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary (optional) and enjoy!

    Tip: Chill the limoncello and tonic water ahead of time. This cocktail tastes best when the ingredients have been chilled in advance.

    Make A Gin Limoncello And Tonic

    Don’t want to skip the gin? You could also make a limoncello gin tonic. Simply add some limoncello to your G&T for a pop of bright lemon flavor.

    Feel free to play with the ratios but I like: 1 ounce gin + 1 ounce limoncello + 4 to 6 ounces tonic water.

    Variations

    • Use a different herb garnish: Instead of rosemary, you could also use mint, basil or thyme.
    • Add lemon slices: Garnishing with fresh lemon slices is also a nice addition.
    • Adjust proportions: It’s your drink so feel free to adjust the ratios to suit your tastes!

    FAQ

    What is limoncello?

    Limoncello is a sweet Italian lemon liqueur originating from Southern Italy. It is made from lemon zest, sugar and a neutral alcohol like grain alcohol or vodka. Limoncello is the second most popular Italian liqueur (after Campari). It is traditionally served chilled as an after-dinner drink (digestivo) but is also a popular ingredient in cocktails for a pop of lemon flavor without the sourness.

    What does limoncello taste like?

    It kind of reminds me of sweet lemon hard candies. It tastes sweet with an intense lemon flavor.

    Where can I find limoncello?

    You can find limoncello at the liquor store or make it at home. I prefer to purchase it since I know that the Italian lemons used are different from those that I will find at my local grocery store.

    Glass of limoncello and tonic on a white coaster.

    More Easy Cocktails

    Looking for some more easy cocktails? Here are a few you might like…

    • Passion Fruit Margarita
    • Limoncello Spritz
    • Pomegranate Lime Spritzer
    • Triple Citrus Frozen Margarita
    • 30+ Refreshing Summer Cocktails

    Did you make this Limoncello Tonic? I would love to hear about it! Leave me a comment below or tag me on Instagram.

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    Glass of limoncello tonic garnished with fresh rosemary.

    Limoncello Tonic

    ★★★★★ 5 from 11 reviews
    • Author: Vanessa | Maple + Mango
    • Prep Time: 2 min
    • Total Time: 2 min
    • Yield: 1 drink 1x
    • Category: Drink
    • Method: Stirred
    • Cuisine: Italian
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    Description

    This Limoncello Tonic is an easy and refreshing cocktail that you are going to want to sip on all summer long!


    Ingredients

    Scale
    • 2 ounces (60 ml) limoncello
    • 4 to 6 ounces (120 to 180 ml) tonic water, to taste
    • ice cubes
    • Optional garnish: sprig of rosemary

    Instructions

    1. Mix: Add limoncello to a glass filled with ice.  Top with tonic water and give it a gentle stir to combine.
    2. Garnish and serve: Garnish with a sprig of rosemary (optional) and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Tonic Water: Choose a good quality one since it is a key ingredient in this simple cocktail.  This is the tonic water that I like to use.  Top with the quantity of tonic water that suits your own tastes!
    • Garnish: This is optional but I love the flavor that a sprig of rosemary adds.  Some other options include: mint, basil, thyme or lemon slices.
    • Chill the ingredients in advance: A limoncello tonic tastes best when the limoncello and tonic water have been chilled ahead of time.
    • Gin Limoncello Tonic: You could also add a pop of lemon flavor to your next G&T.  Just mix together 1 ounce gin, 1 ounce limoncello and 4-6 ounces of tonic water in a glass filled with ice.

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    Comments

    1. Asha

      August 05, 2022 at 5:13 pm

      Great tip on keeping Limoncello stored in the freezer! This drink was deliciously refreshing, perfect for the heatwave in Toronto right now

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        August 07, 2022 at 4:57 pm

        It’s always ready to go when it is in the freezer, lol. Glad you enjoyed it! Stay cool!

        Reply
    2. Terri

      August 02, 2022 at 5:48 am

      Can’t believe how delicious and easy to make this was! I had some limoncello a neighbor brought back from a trip, and this was the perfect way to enjoy it!

      ★★★★★

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      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        August 03, 2022 at 1:41 pm

        Sounds like some special limoncello to enjoy! Glad you loved it!

        Reply
    3. nancy

      July 31, 2022 at 9:19 am

      wow i can’t believe it is only 2 ingredients and how refreshing it was. We have a heatwave all week and i’ve been living on this drink!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        July 31, 2022 at 2:35 pm

        It’s been so hot here as well! Easy refreshing cocktails like this are perfect for heatwaves!

        Reply
    4. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady

      July 29, 2022 at 2:03 pm

      My Italian MIL will love this cocktail. She always has Limencello on hand!

      ★★★★★

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      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        July 29, 2022 at 2:53 pm

        Hope she enjoys it!

        Reply
    5. Sean

      July 29, 2022 at 12:28 pm

      Delightfully summery simplicity! I do love a good G&T, and I think this is a perfect variation on the idea. Love that you took the time to emphasize a good tonic too – the cheapo stuff is pretty underwhelming, and given the prominence of tonic here, you’re definitely right about wanting to pick a good one! I haven’t tried the brand you recommended, so I’m going to have to look out for it. Cheers!

      ★★★★★

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      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        July 29, 2022 at 2:54 pm

        A good tonic is definitely key in this simple cocktail. Enjoy and cheers to you as well!

        Reply
    6. Colleen

      July 27, 2022 at 8:34 am

      It’s been so hot and when I saw this post I went right out and bought some limoncello. We enjoyed this drink for happy hour on the weekend with friends on the patio and everyone loved them. So refreshing!

      ★★★★★

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      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        July 28, 2022 at 8:41 am

        I’m so glad you and your friends enjoyed them! Weekend happy hour on the patio sounds fantastic!

        Reply
    7. Bernice

      July 26, 2022 at 7:38 pm

      Oh my gosh! You made me so thirsty I had to make myself drink. I try to enjoy my cocktails on the weekend but after the day I had, it was much needed! So glad I keep a local limoncello in the liquor cabinet.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        July 28, 2022 at 8:40 am

        Haha – glad you had that limoncello on hand! I usually have a bottle in the freezer and tonic water on hand which makes this a super easy cocktail to put together any time mood strikes.

        Reply
    8. Beth

      July 18, 2022 at 12:47 pm

      This is the perfect drink for a party of chilling out by the pool! I love how easy it is. I can’t wait to make this.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        July 18, 2022 at 4:11 pm

        I agree! Cheers!

        Reply
    9. Andrea

      July 18, 2022 at 12:47 pm

      Super easy to make and very refreshing. Definitely one to sip on this summer.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        July 20, 2022 at 2:23 pm

        I’m glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    10. Laressa

      July 18, 2022 at 12:46 pm

      Simple and so refreshing! Thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply
      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        July 18, 2022 at 4:10 pm

        You’re welcome! Enjoy!

        Reply
    11. Elaine

      July 18, 2022 at 12:38 pm

      Oh wow, this tonic definitely looks like it is nobody’s business. I mean, it is absolutely stunning!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        July 20, 2022 at 2:24 pm

        Haha…thank you!

        Reply
    12. rebecca

      July 18, 2022 at 12:35 pm

      love this drink idea, especially with the rosmary added. yum!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Vanessa | Maple + Mango

        July 20, 2022 at 2:25 pm

        I love the flavor that fresh rosemary adds to this drink and in the summer I always have some in my little herb garden so it’s easy grab!

        Reply

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