description Espresso Tonic Overview
Espresso tonic is a modern specialty coffee beverage that combines a single or double shot of espresso with cold tonic water and ice. The mixture creates a sparkling, bittersweet drink with a distinct layering of the dark espresso over the clear, carbonated tonic. The beverage emerged in the early 2010s and was popularized by specialty coffee shops, particularly in Scandinavian countries.
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What is in an espresso tonic?
An espresso tonic combines a single or double shot of espresso with cold tonic water and ice. It contains no milk in its basic form.
Why does an espresso tonic have separate layers?
The dark espresso is poured over clear, carbonated tonic water and ice. This creates a visible coffee layer above the tonic.
What does an espresso tonic taste like?
It has a sparkling, bittersweet flavor. The bitterness of espresso meets the sweetness and carbonation of tonic water.
Is an espresso tonic made with one or two shots of espresso?
It can be made with either a single or double shot. The espresso is served with cold tonic water and ice in both versions.
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