Ingredients

  • 2 ozruby port
  • 4 oztonic water
  • 🍋Orange slice or sprig of mint(garnish)

🔧 Tools

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Instructions

  1. Fill a wine glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour white port over the ice.
  3. Top with tonic water.
  4. Gently stir once to combine.
  5. Garnish with an orange slice or fresh mint sprig.

📜 History

The Porto Tonic emerged in the Douro Valley in the early 2000s as port houses sought to introduce younger drinkers to their wines. Taylor's Port is often credited with popularizing the serve. Using white port (sometimes rosé) rather than red transforms a traditionally contemplative drink into a refreshing aperitivo perfect for warm weather on Lisbon terraces or Porto's riverside.

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