Can You Drink Tonic Water Straight? Yes, but With Considerations
                                
                                
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                                Historically developed in the 19th century as a medicinal anti-malarial drink for British soldiers, tonic water has a distinctive bitter flavor. This raises the question: can you drink tonic water straight, and what should you know before you do?