Fentimans Valencian Orange Tonic Water 50 cl

A bottle of sun-ripened Valencia oranges and fresh lemongrass — that's the short version of what waits in the glass once you crack open this tonic from Fentimans. The sweetness arrives first, the quinine bitterness follows.

The Expert's Description

Fentimans Valencian Orange Tonic Water is a tonic water from the British drinks house Fentimans, known for its botanically brewed soft drinks. This edition is made with sweet Valencian oranges and infused with lemongrass, rounded off with a hint of quinine, resulting in a refreshing, aromatic tonic with a genuine taste of the Mediterranean.

Fentimans builds its drinks around natural ingredients and a botanical approach to flavour, where citrus, herbs and spices take the lead rather than artificial additives. The fresh orange sweetness and lemongrass make this tonic a natural match for Gin with citrus or herbal character.

Tasting Notes

The Tasting Experience

In the glass you first meet the sweet orange aroma, quickly followed by a green, faintly grassy note of lemongrass. The quinine sits underneath as a dry, lightly bitter finish that keeps the sweetness in check and keeps the tonic refreshing rather than cloying.

Serving & Pairing Suggestions

Serve the tonic well chilled in a tall glass with plenty of ice, so the carbonation lasts as long as possible. Top up with a good citrus-forward gin — botanicals like orange peel, coriander or lemongrass in the recipe play especially well with the sweet, herbal notes. A slice of fresh orange in the glass underlines the flavour.

Specifications

Name: Fentimans Valencian Orange Tonic Water 50 cl
Producer/Brand: Fentimans
Country: United Kingdom
EAN no.: 5029396003698
Tasting Notes: Sweet Valencia orange, lemongrass, a hint of quinine
Size: 50 CL

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Citrus · Herbal · Sparkling

Did You Know?

Fentimans' tonic waters are built on botanically brewed soft drinks, where natural ingredients like fruit peel, herbs and spices are left to infuse before being combined with carbonation — the same craft the British have traditionally used for lemonades and ginger beer.

See our full range of Tonic Water.

Frequently Asked Questions about Fentimans Valencian Orange Tonic Water 50 cl

What makes Fentimans Valencian Orange Tonic Water different from a standard tonic?

It uses sweet Valencia oranges and lemongrass as part of the recipe, giving it a more fruit-forward, aromatic profile than a classic dry tonic. The quinine is still there, but it appears as a rounding bitterness rather than the main flavour.

Which gin pairs best with this tonic?

Citrus- and herb-forward gins work particularly well, since the orange and lemongrass flavours amplify the gin's own botanicals without overpowering them. Take a look at our range of Gin to find a match with the same citrus character.

How should the tonic be served?

Cold, in a tall glass with plenty of ice and ideally a slice of fresh orange. Top up the glass last so the carbonation is preserved as long as possible.

What is quinine, and why is it in tonic water?

Quinine originally comes from the bark of the cinchona tree and gives tonic water its characteristic bitterness. In this edition, the quinine is dosed carefully so it simply rounds off the flavour rather than dominating the sweet orange and lemongrass.

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 to match your gin or other spirit.