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Just the Tonic

A Natural History of Tonic Water
Book • 2019
This book provides a comprehensive history of tonic water, covering its discovery, the role of quinine in medicine, and its evolution into a popular mixer.

It includes historical narratives, botanical details, and the impact of tonic water on colonial and modern drinking cultures.

The book is richly illustrated with historical artwork, posters, and photographs, and also includes recipes for both alcoholic and non-alcoholic tonic-based cocktails.

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Sathnam Sanghera
as a book about tonic water and cinchona.
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