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gin and tonic

[ jin ]

noun

  1. a drink made with gin and quinine water, served in a tall glass and usually garnished with a slice of lime or lemon.


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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of gin and tonic1

First recorded in 1930–35
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Years later, political opponents occasionally taunted Mr. Prescott by suggesting that he fetch them a gin and tonic, but he remained proud of his origins.

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Business started slowly, but it ramped up once Beacon’s booze-free key lime margaritas and gin and tonics hit the shelves at major retailers such as BevMo and Total Wine & More.

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And my mom loves gin and tonics, so I bought her a gin ornament with glitter all over it.

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If so, you’ve likely noticed that summer social events and alcohol seem to go together like gin and tonic: a frustrating combination for those looking for alternatives.

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When she heard the verdict, she did a happy dance around the kitchen, she said, and poured herself a nice big gin and tonic.

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