Portuguese Portonic White Port Tonic
Elevate your summer sipping game with the Portuguese Portonic, a sophisticated yet effortless cocktail featuring the crisp elegance of white port and the refreshing sparkle of tonic water. This recipe takes just 5 minutes to prepare, making it the perfect choice for impromptu gatherings or a relaxing evening at home. Served over a handful of ice in a large wine or highball glass, this drink is beautifully garnished with a zesty lemon wheel and an aromatic sprig of fresh mint for a vibrant, herbaceous twist. Light, refreshing, and brimming with Portuguese charm, this white port tonic cocktail strikes the perfect balance between sweet, citrusy, and bitter flavors. Whether you're a cocktail enthusiast or new to mixology, the Portonic is an easy-to-make showstopper that transports you straight to the sunlit terraces of Portugal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz White Port
- 4 oz Tonic Water
- 5 pieces Ice Cubes
- 1 piece Lemon Wheel
- 1 sprig Fresh Mint Sprig
Instructions
1. Fill a large wine glass or highball glass with 5 ice cubes to chill the glass completely.
2. Pour 2 ounces of white port over the ice.
3. Add 4 ounces of chilled tonic water to the glass, pouring slowly to maintain the fizz.
4. Gently stir the mixture with a cocktail stirrer to combine the white port and tonic water.
5. Garnish the drink with a fresh lemon wheel for a touch of citrus aroma.
6. Add a sprig of fresh mint, lightly slapping it between your palms first to release its natural oils.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Portuguese Portonic.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
131 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 74 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
