WHY TONIC?

The cocktails:
Sam’s new menu, which showcases around 40 innovative cocktails featuring fabulous new creations with a twist on the classics, aims to inject new life into Edinburgh’s thriving bar scene.

Having worked in trendsetting bars East Side Company and Death & Company in Manhattan, Sam brings fresh ideas to tonic from across the pond, including innovative techniques such as fat washing rum with butter, a method which adds depth and texture to the drink to ultimately ensure a more indulgent flavour, as well as launching a range of bespoke bitters in the bar.

A cutting-edge trend which Sam also introduces to Tonic – and Scotland’s drinks industry - focuses on ice, where drinks are served with hand-crafted blocks of ice prepared in fishing tackles; the benefit being the slow-melting ice allows a more satisfying taste experience for the customer.

A brand new selection of premium spirits are also available at Tonic, including up to 10 new products exclusive to Scotland, such as Carpano Antica Vermouth imported from Italy, and Cruzan Single Barrel Rum from St Croix in the Virgin Islands.

 

 

A sleek new look:
Tonic has a stylish new look which includes its signature deep burgundy tones on the walls, walnut panelling and brand new leather upholstery – think rich, vibrant and sexy – which are off-set by a stunning combination of walnut and slate-effect flooring.

The ice-white tables, imported from Casamania in Italy, are the first of their kind in Scotland and are strikingly-shaped, like an elegant martini glass, to reflect some of the stylish cocktails on offer.

Other hip features include dramatic mirrors, leaded-glass pendant lights and decorative lighting to the bar counter to convey a sense of cool style.