For the first expression in our new range of tonics we have chosen to make a tonic as it was originally intended. Erasmus Bond Classic Tonic is the perfect companion for the traditional London Dry gins and the more delicate gins available.
However unusual it might seem to nose the mixer rather than the spirit, this one is definitely worth the effort of doing so. It starts off with a classic blend of citrus fruits, some elderflower and a touch of quinine. The velvet mouthfeel is dominated by a burst of liquorice, cassia bark and lemon peel immediately followed by quinine.
The aftertaste lingers on with a beautiful balance between subtle bitterness and freshly zested lemon peel.
Nose: Slight hint of citrus, vitamin C powder, quinine in the background.
Mouth: Liquorice, quinine, lemon peel and cassia bark.
Aftertaste: Lingering but subtle bitterness with again a hint of lemon peel.
Nutrition per 100ml:
Energy: 159kJ (37kcal)
Fat: 0g – of which Saturates: 0g
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g – of which Sugars: 9g
Dietary Fibers: 0g
Salt: 0,000g
Quinine containing lemonade – Ingredients:
Carbonated natural mineral water
Sugar
Citric acid
Natural flavouring
Quinine aromas
Adnams First Rate
Beefeater
Belgin Fresh Hop
Belgin Ultra 13
Bombay Sapphire
Buss 509 Raspberry
Citadelle
Cold River
Copperhead
Darnley’s View Spiced
Filliers 28
Forest Spring
Gilt
Glorious
Hendrick’s
Ish Limao
Leopold’s
Mayfair
Old Raj 46
Plymouth
Sipsmith
Tanqueray 10
Tanqueray Rangpur
The Bitter Truth Spiced Navy Pink
William Chase
Xellent
Erasmus Bond Dry Tonic was developed with a very specific function in mind, which is to be the perfect counterpart for the big and soulful gins we find on the market today.
The nose starts off with a surprising blend of grapefruit, blood orange and bergamot and is a lot less “Dry” than one might expect. This is quickly forgotten though after the first sip which is neat and clean yet surprises the palate with a unique combination of grapefruit and gentian root. As it dies away the dryness becomes omnipresent with quinine and bergamot taking the leading roles.
Nose: Grapefruit, bergamot and sanguinello.
Mouth: Neat and clean, with a velvet mouthfeel, gentian root and again a lot of ruby red grapefruits.
Aftertaste: Long but very clean with loads of quinine and bergamot.
Nutrition per 100ml:
Energy: 125kJ (29kcal)
Fat: 0g – of which Saturates: 0g
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g – of which Sugars: 7g
Dietary Fibers: 0g
Salt: 0,000g
Quinine containing lemonade – Ingredients:
Carbonated natural mineral water
Sugar
Citric acid
Natural flavouring
Quinine aromas
Adnams Copper House
Adnams Sloe Gin
Blackwood’s 2007
Blackwood’s 2012
Both’s Old Tom
Broker’s
Caorunn
Citadelle Reserve
Colombian Ortodoxy
Death’s Door
Dry Fly
Ferdinand’s Quince
Forest Winter
Haymond’s Old Tom
Ish
Magellan
Martin Miller’s Westbourne
Mombasa
Mombasa Colonel’s Reserve
Monkey 47
Old Raj 55
Spring Gin
Tanqueray
The Bitter Truth Sloe Berry
The Duke
As gins and other spirits are becoming more and more complex, the need arises for more complex mixers. This is where Erasmus Bond Botanical Tonic comes into play. We have developed this complex concoction as a companion for the more unusual, floral and complex spirits out there.
The introduction is made by a burst of Jamaican black pepper on the nose, swiftly followed by a touch of mint and a whiff of freshly cut herbs. The soft and round mouthfeel is accompanied by hints of candied ginger, basil, thyme, rosemary and juniper berries. As it comes to a finish the quinine is more obvious and is joined by gentian root, white grapefruit and a touch of pomelo.
Nose: A burst of Jamaican black pepper and a touch of mint, then very herbal, reminiscent of freshly cut basil.
Mouth: soft and round with hint of candied ginger, basil again, thyme, rosemary even, gentian root and juniper berries.
Aftertaste: the quinine is louder now with loads of white grapefruit and pomelo.
Nutrition per 100ml:
Energy: 173kJ (41kcal)
Fat: 0g – of which Saturates: 0g
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9,8g – of which Sugars: 9,8g
Dietary Fibers: 0g
Salt: 0,000g
Quinine containing lemonade – Ingredients:
Carbonated natural mineral water
Sugar
Citric acid
Natural flavouring
Quinine aromas
Aromas of: thyme, basil, pepper and juniper berries
Beefeater 24
Colombian Treasure
Darnley’s View
Farmer’s Organic
Ferdinand’s Goldcap
Ferdinand’s Saar Dry
Forest Autumn
Geranium
G’Vine Floraison
Gin Mare
Haswell
Indian Summer
NOG!
Nolet’s Silver
Nordes
Spring Gin Ladies Edition
The Botanist
As with our tonics, Erasmus Bond Dry Ginger was developed with the perfect mixer in mind. This time it was all about finding the balance between sweetness, freshness and of course spice. Erasmus Bond Dry Ginger is the preferred companion when making ginger based mixed drinks, whether it’s with rum, bourbon, cognac, tequila or even whisky.
The nose offers the traditional freshness thanks to the use of ginger and citrus fruits. On the palate the freshness is joined by a lovely silky mouthfeel. Towards the end the spicy character starts to emerge and offers a long and slightly peppery finish.
With less sugar than most of the other ginger mixers, it allows the spirit to shine and leaves room for any personal preferences the consumer may have. We hope you like it as much as we do.
Nose: Spicy ginger, demerara sugar, slight hint of lime zest in the background.
Mouth: Warming spices reminding of black cubebe pepper and cinnamon, freshly cut ginger and some citric acidity balanced with the right amount of sweetness lingering in the background.
Aftertaste: Candied ginger, fresh lemon and a pleasing slight tangy finish.
Nutrition per 100ml:
Energy: 169kJ (40kcal)
Fat: 0g (of which Saturates: 0g)
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9,5g ( of which Sugars: 9,5g)
Dietary Fibers: 0g
Salt: 0,000g
Ingredients:
Carbonated natural mineral water
Sugar
Citric Acid
Natural ginger aroma
Other natural aromas
Coloring agent E150d
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