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Fever-Tree Refreshingly Light Cucumber Tonic Water

Light, crisp notes of American cucumber are balanced with the gentle bitterness of Fever-Tree's signature quinine, with Fructose (fruit sugar) for 32% fewer calories than Fever-Tree Indian Tonic.

Fever-Tree Refreshingly Light Cucumber Tonic Water

Quick Facts

ABV0%
OriginUnited Kingdom
Flavour Strengthlight medium
SeasonYear-round (especially popular in spring and summer)

Flavour Profile

Primary Flavours

Fresh cucumberGentle quinineLight citrus

Tasting Notes

Clean, refreshing cucumber aroma with soft bitterness and restrained sweetness. Crisp, dry finish with a cooling, vegetal note that lingers lightly on the palate.

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Fever-Tree Refreshingly Light Cucumber Tonic Water

2.519 kcal per 100ml

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Fever-Tree Refreshingly Light Cucumber Tonic Water

2.519 kcal per 100ml

Storage & Handling

Store unopened bottles in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate before use. Once opened, use immediately to retain carbonation and freshness.

Shelf Life

Unopened: 6–12 months. Opened: Use immediately

Pro Tip

If a drink tastes thin, increase ice quality before increasing tonic volume.

Usage

Used as a premium mixer where freshness and lightness are prioritised. Particularly well suited to gin, vodka, and lighter spiced rum serves, especially in warm-weather or sessionable drinks.

Top Tips

  • Best served very cold to keep cucumber bright and clean.
  • Avoid heavy citrus — cucumber works best with minimal garnish.
  • Large, clear ice helps maintain clarity and dilution control.

Possible Substitutions

  • Soda water with fresh cucumber (drier, less aromatic)

Production Method

Produced by carbonating spring water and blending with natural cucumber extracts, quinine, citrus notes, and fruit sugars before bottling under pressure.

History & Context

Cucumber has long been associated with cooling gin serves. The refreshingly light format modernises the pairing by reducing sweetness while maintaining freshness and balance.

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