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    Home > Meal Type > Drinks & Cocktails

    Charred Lime Gin & Tonic with Fresh Cilantro

    Updated: Jan 28th 2021 • Published: Sep 15th 2017 • 8 Comments

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    This Charred Lime Gin & Tonic with Fresh Cilantro takes the fabulous pairing of gin and lime, boosts it up and then adds to the botanicals with fresh cilantro. It is a delicious and unusual Gin & Tonic, but one definitely worth giving a try.

    This Charred Lime Gin & Tonic with Fresh Coriander takes the fabulous pairing of gin and lime, boosts it up and then adds to the botanicals with fresh coriander. It is a delicious and unusual Gin & Tonic, but one definitely worth giving a try.  From Sprinkles and Sprouts

    Oh 'hello Friday' and 'hello Gin and Tonic'!!!

    And not just any gin and tonic! This Charred Lime Gin & Tonic with Fresh Cilantro is an unusual G&T. But it works so well.

    The sour lime gains a sweet flavour when it is charred in a fry pan. The sweet smoky sour flavour boosts the fresh herbaceous flavours you get in gin.

    Then the fresh cilantro just rounds out the slight sweetness and give this G&T a very different but delicious edge.

    This Charred Lime Gin & Tonic with Fresh Coriander takes the fabulous pairing of gin and lime, boosts it up and then adds to the botanicals with fresh coriander. It is a delicious and unusual Gin & Tonic, but one definitely worth giving a try.  From Sprinkles and Sprouts

    I shared this G&T along with my Gin and Tonic Muddled with Blueberry, Lime and Mint on my facebook page last Friday. It was a close competition on which would be posted first. The blueberry one just pipped this charred lime G&T to the post, only just mind you!!!

    So I am sharing this week and next Thursday on Facebook you can vote for another G&T. I mean it is the weekend best start it with a Gin and Tonic 😉

    This Charred Lime Gin & Tonic with Fresh Coriander takes the fabulous pairing of gin and lime, boosts it up and then adds to the botanicals with fresh coriander. It is a delicious and unusual Gin & Tonic, but one definitely worth giving a try.  From Sprinkles and Sprouts

    Enjoy x

    For more delicious G&T's try these:

    • Mango and Black Pepper Gin and Tonic
    • Charred Lemon, Rosemary and Coriander Gin & Tonic
    • Charred Grapefruit and Basil Gin and Tonic
    • Lemon and Basil Gin and Tonic
    • Ginger, Star Anise and Orange Gin and Tonic
    • Orange and Thyme Gin and Tonic
    • Gin and Tonic Muddled with Blueberry, Lime and Mint
    • Strawberry and Black Pepper Gin and Tonic

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    This Charred Lime Gin & Tonic with Fresh Coriander takes the fabulous pairing of gin and lime, boosts it up and then adds to the botanicals with fresh coriander. It is a delicious and unusual Gin & Tonic, but one definitely worth giving a try.  From Sprinkles and Sprouts
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    4.67 from 6 votes

    Charred Lime Gin & Tonic with Fresh Cilantro

    This Charred Lime Gin & Tonic with Fresh Cilantro takes the fabulous pairing of gin and lime, boosts it up and then adds to the botanicals with fresh cilantro. It is a delicious and unusual Gin & Tonic, but one definitely worth giving a try.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Cocktail
    Cuisine: Modern Australian
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 149kcal
    Author: Claire | Sprinkle and Sprouts
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    Ingredients

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    • 1 lime
    • ½ cup gin
    • 4 long sprigs of fresh cilantro
    • 1 cup ice
    • 1 ⅓ cups tonic water

    Instructions

    • Put a cast iron fry pan or heavy non-stick fry pan over a high heat and leave it to get hot.
    • Cut the lime into quarters and place them cut side down in the hot fry pan.
    • Once the lime has a good charred turn to char the other side.
    • Remove from the lime from the pan and set aside to cool.
    • Pour the gin, ice cubes and the 2 of the cilantro sprigs into a cocktail shaker or jug.
    • Shake or muddle the cilantro to bruise the leaves and release the flavours.
    • Pour the infused gin into tall glasses.
    • Add the charred lime slice and top up with chilled tonic water and a second sprig of cilantro.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Sodium: 69mg | Potassium: 55mg | Sugar: 1.7g | Vitamin A: 270IU | Vitamin C: 10.8mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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    Comments

    1. Mike says

      January 19, 2021 at 3:00 pm

      This looks great (trying it tonight) but can you please review the ingredients? I'm assuming 1/2 cup of gin and 1 1/3 of tonic but the recipe is missing this - god help the poor soul who swaps those around!

      1 lime
      1/2 cup
      4 long sprigs of fresh cilantro
      1 cup ice
      1 1/3 cups

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        January 28, 2021 at 10:47 am

        Hi Mike,

        That is correct, I don't know what has happened to the recipe card! I am updating it straight after I reply to you.
        That would be oe strong G&T the wrong way around!!!
        Thanks for the heads up
        Cx

        Reply
    2. Lane | With Two Spoons says

      March 07, 2018 at 10:29 pm

      5 stars
      This is my new go to drink. I LOVE cilantro! Total game changer!

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        March 12, 2018 at 1:13 pm

        Me too!!
        It is definitely a love it or hate it herb!

        Reply
    3. Jessica says

      March 07, 2018 at 10:27 pm

      5 stars
      Charring fruit really brings out the flavor! I've never had cilantro in my cocktails, but I want to try it out. It looks so refreshing. I give you an A for creativity!

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        March 12, 2018 at 1:16 pm

        Thank you Jessica, if you love cilantro on food then I am sure you are going to love this 😀

        Reply
    4. Caroline says

      September 18, 2017 at 1:23 am

      5 stars
      I'm sure this must taste delicious but the photos are so pretty as well!

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        September 19, 2017 at 9:36 am

        Oh thank you Caroline.
        I was so happy the cauliflower sung through and didn't look too bland and brown!

        Reply

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