Spring is right around the corner, and with the recent release of our White Port, there’s no better way to toast the return of warmer days than with a Porto Tónico. The Porto Tónico, also known as a classic port and tonic, is Portugal’s refreshing answer to the Aperol spritz. It is light, lively, and effortlessly elegant! This wine cocktail strikes a beautiful balance between gentle sweetness and refreshing bitterness, offering more depth and complexity than a traditional gin and tonic. With just two main ingredients, the Porto Tónico is wonderfully simple to prepare, making it an ideal choice for casual spring afternoons, patio sipping, or pre-dinner aperitifs. Crisp, aromatic, and undeniably refreshing, this cocktail lets the character of our White Port shine while delivering a clean, sophisticated finish that’s perfect for the season ahead.
Ingredients
- 2 oz port wine
- 4 oz tonic water
- Orange or lemon slice for garnish
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Add ice to either a bulbous stemmed or stemless wine glass.
- Pour the port wine followed by the tonic water over the ice.
- Slice an orange or lemon and add it to the wine cocktail along with a few sprigs of mint leaves.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
