How Many Calories Are in a Gin and Tonic?

How Many Calories Are in a Gin and Tonic?

If you enjoy a classic gin and tonic, you might be curious about the calories in a gin and tonic drink. It’s a common choice at the bar, but how does it compare to other drinks when you are watching your calorie intake?

Calories in a Gin and Tonic

A standard single measure of gin (25ml) contains around 60–65 calories. Add 125ml of regular tonic water and the total goes up to about 120 calories. If you prefer a double measure, you are looking at 170–180 calories per glass. Switching to slimline tonic can cut this almost in half, bringing a single measure down to about 65–70 calories in total.

For comparison:

  • A pint of lager is around 200 calories
  • A glass of red wine is around 160 calories
  • A glass of prosecco is about 90 calories

So, a gin and tonic can be a lighter option, especially with slimline tonic.

Choosing the Right Gin

The calories in a gin and tonic drink mainly come from the mixer rather than the gin itself, so your choice of tonic is key. But the flavour of your gin makes a big difference to your experience.

At Wicstun Distillery, our small-batch gins are made in Market Weighton, East Yorkshire, with care and precision. Two stand-out options are:

  • Wicstun Dry Gin – A crisp, London-style gin with balanced botanicals. Perfect with slimline tonic and a wedge of lime.
  • Wicstun Aromatic Gin – A bolder gin with spiced and herbal notes. Serve with a premium tonic water and a slice of orange for a fuller flavour.

Tips for a Lower-Calorie G&T

  • Pick a slimline tonic to cut sugar and calories.
  • Add fresh garnish like cucumber, lime, or orange for extra flavour without calories.
  • Use lots of ice to make your drink last longer

Final Thoughts

When you think about calories in a gin and tonic drink, the tonic matters more than the gin. A single Wicstun Dry Gin with slimline tonic can be as low as 65 calories, making it a refreshing choice without the guilt. Whether you choose our Dry Gin or the Aromatic Gin, you’ll enjoy a flavourful drink crafted in small batches right here in Yorkshire.

Here are 5 low-calorie gin cocktails that taste great without loading on sugar or mixers:

1. Classic Gin and Slimline Tonic

  • 50 ml Wicstun Dry Gin
  • 150 ml slimline tonic water
  • Slice of lime or cucumber
    Approx. 65 calories

2. Gin Spritz

  • 50 ml Wicstun Aromatic Gin
  • 100 ml soda water
  • 25 ml fresh lemon juice
  • Fresh mint leaves
    Approx. 70 calories

3. Gin Fizz Light

  • 50 ml Wicstun Scarborough Gin
  • 25 ml fresh lemon juice
  • 100 ml soda water
  • Dash of stevia or a sugar-free sweetener
    Approx. 75 calories

4. Berry Gin Cooler

  • 50 ml Wicstun Pink Gin
  • Handful of frozen raspberries
  • 100 ml of diet lemonade
  • Squeeze of lime
    Approx. 80 calories

5. Cucumber and Watercress Collins

 

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