A gin and tonic may be one of the most iconic cocktails around, but the flavor can become quite dull after a while. This is especially the case if you don't drink gin and tonics out of the best glass.

The story goes that an Italian Count — Camillo Negroni — requested the bartender amp up his favorite cocktail, the Americano, with gin in place of soda water. The rest is history. A 50/50 ...

Put the gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup into a chilled cocktail shaker (or a large jam jar) with plenty of ice cubes and shake vigorously. Strain into a long glass, then top up with soda water.

Photo by Travis Rainey, Prop styling by Gerri Williams, Food styling by Lillian Chou Whether you’re at a bar or the grocery ...

Drinking in moderation and choosing lower-calorie options, like vodka and soda water or a diet gin and tonic, can help you keep calories and sugar to a minimum. Erin Heger Erin Heger is a ...