Fentimans Connoisseurs Tonic Water 20 cl

Quinine on its own tastes bitter and a little flat. Paired with the right sweeteners, it becomes something else entirely — citrusy, earthy and surprisingly complex. That's the exercise Fentimans has carried out with Connoisseurs Tonic Water.

The Expert's Description

Fentimans Connoisseurs Tonic Water is a tonic water from the British drinks house Fentimans, known for its botanically brewed soft drinks. It's built around quinine from the bark of the cinchona tree, here balanced with carefully chosen sweeteners so the bitter base tone is joined by citrus and earthy nuances.

This tonic is made for anyone who wants a more serious, complex tonic rather than a simply sweetened one. It pairs beautifully with a citrus gin such as orange, grapefruit or lemon, but also works well with a juniper- or root-forward Gin for a more botanical experience.

Tasting Notes

The Tasting Experience

The first impression is the quinine's dry bitterness, quickly followed by citrus tones reminiscent of orange peel. Underneath it all lies an earthy depth that gives the tonic a seriousness you won't find in an ordinary sweetened tonic.

Serving & Pairing Suggestions

Serve the tonic cold in a tall glass with plenty of ice. Choose a citrus gin with orange, grapefruit or lemon notes to amplify the tonic's own citrus character, or try a juniper- or root-forward gin for a more botanical, earthy whole.

Specifications

Name: Fentimans Connoisseurs Tonic Water 20 cl
Producer/Brand: Fentimans
Country: United Kingdom
EAN no.: 5029396003711
Tasting Notes: Dry quinine, citrus peel, earthy depth
Size: 20 CL

Flavour Profile

Bitter · Citrus · Earthy · Dry

Did You Know?

The name Connoisseurs signals that this tonic is made for the experienced gin enthusiast — it's built with less sweetness and more quinine character than Fentimans' other tonic waters, giving the gin's own flavour more room to unfold.

See our full range of Tonic Water.

Frequently Asked Questions about Fentimans Connoisseurs Tonic Water 20 cl

What makes Connoisseurs Tonic Water different from Fentimans' other tonics?

It has a more pronounced quinine character and less sweetness, giving a drier, more complex tonic with clear citrus and earthy tones.

Which gin pairs best with this tonic?

A citrus gin with orange, grapefruit or lemon is an obvious choice, but a juniper- or root-forward gin also works beautifully. See our full range of Gin to find your favourite.

Why does tonic water taste bitter?

The bitterness comes from quinine, extracted from the bark of the cinchona tree. In Connoisseurs Tonic Water the quinine is dosed so the bitterness becomes part of a more complex flavour experience rather than just a sharp edge.

Is this tonic suitable for a gin tasting?

Yes, the low sweetness and clear quinine character make it a good choice when tasting several gins side by side without the tonic taking too much attention.

Where can I see the rest of your tonic and mixer range?

You'll find the full range in our Tonic Water category, where we've gathered tonics in many different styles.