Botanical Lemon Espresso Tonic

A tonic for the soul, stirred by citrus and softened by thyme.

Espresso layered like shadows at dusk, lemon bright as morning light, and bubbles that rise like tiny moments of clarity.

For slow sips and quiet pauses — when the world feels still, and a little more golden.

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Botanical Lemon Espresso Tonic

Prep time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min

A tonic for the soul, stirred by citrus and softened by thyme.

Espresso layered like shadows at dusk, lemon bright as morning light, and bubbles that rise like tiny moments of clarity.

For slow sips and quiet pauses — when the world feels still, and a little more golden.

Ingredients

• 60ml freshly brewed espresso (double shot)
• 100–120ml chilled tonic water
• Zest of ½ unwaxed lemon
• Juice of ¼ lemon
• 1 small sprig fresh thyme (or rosemary for a bolder herbal note)
• Ice (clear cubes or spheres for visual elegance)
• Lemon twist or dried lemon wheel, to garnish

Instructions

1. Infuse the citrus: In a small glass or cup, muddle the lemon zest gently with the thyme sprig to release their oils. Add the lemon juice. Let sit while you brew the espresso.
2. Prepare the glass: Fill a highball or stemmed glass with ice. Strain the lemon-thyme infusion over the ice.
3. Add tonic: Pour in the tonic water gently to preserve the fizz.
4. Float the espresso: Slowly pour the espresso over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect.
5. Garnish with a curled lemon twist and a tiny sprig of thyme resting on top.

https://gourmetglow.co.uk/recipes/botanical-lemon-espresso-tonic

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