Limoncello Tonic! A super easy 2-ingredient cocktail that you are going to want to sip on all summer long!
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.
Ingredients You’ll Need
To make a limoncello tonic, you will need…
- 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!
- Pour limoncello into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with tonic water and give it a gentle stir to combine.
- 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
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.
It kind of reminds me of sweet lemon hard candies. It tastes sweet with an intense lemon flavor.
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.
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Limoncello Tonic
- Prep Time: 2 min
- Total Time: 2 min
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Stirred
- Cuisine: Italian
Description
This Limoncello Tonic is an easy and refreshing cocktail that you are going to want to sip on all summer long!
Ingredients
- 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
- Mix: Add limoncello to a glass filled with ice. Top with tonic water and give it a gentle stir to combine.
- 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.
Keywords: limoncello tonic, limoncello cocktail
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Asha
Great tip on keeping Limoncello stored in the freezer! This drink was deliciously refreshing, perfect for the heatwave in Toronto right now
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Vanessa | Maple + Mango
It’s always ready to go when it is in the freezer, lol. Glad you enjoyed it! Stay cool!
Terri
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
Sounds like some special limoncello to enjoy! Glad you loved it!
nancy
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!!
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Vanessa | Maple + Mango
It’s been so hot here as well! Easy refreshing cocktails like this are perfect for heatwaves!
Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady
My Italian MIL will love this cocktail. She always has Limencello on hand!
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Vanessa | Maple + Mango
Hope she enjoys it!
Sean
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
A good tonic is definitely key in this simple cocktail. Enjoy and cheers to you as well!
Colleen
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
I’m so glad you and your friends enjoyed them! Weekend happy hour on the patio sounds fantastic!
Bernice
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.
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Vanessa | Maple + Mango
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.
Beth
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.
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Vanessa | Maple + Mango
I agree! Cheers!
Andrea
Super easy to make and very refreshing. Definitely one to sip on this summer.
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Vanessa | Maple + Mango
I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Laressa
Simple and so refreshing! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Vanessa | Maple + Mango
You’re welcome! Enjoy!
Elaine
Oh wow, this tonic definitely looks like it is nobody’s business. I mean, it is absolutely stunning!
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Vanessa | Maple + Mango
Haha…thank you!
rebecca
love this drink idea, especially with the rosmary added. yum!
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Vanessa | Maple + Mango
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!