Mona Lisa

Name: Mona Lisa
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: Herbal liqueur (e.g., Green Chartreuse) — 30 ml (1 oz); Orange juice (freshly squeezed) — 60 ml (2 oz); Angostura aromatic bitters (opt.) — 2 dashes; Tonic water — 45 ml (1 1/2 oz)

A herbal, refreshing and bubbly liqueur cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 9% ABV ∙

The Mona Lisa is a long drink of herbal liqueur such as green Chartreuse shaken with orange juice, then topped with tonic water over ice.

Ingredients

Servings

Garnish

Orange wheel

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Shake the first 3 ingredients with ice: Herbal liqueur (e.g., Green Chartreuse) 30 mlOrange juice 60 mlAngostura aromatic bitters 2 dashes (opt.)
Strain into the ice-filled glass while also pouring Tonic water 45 ml
Garnish with an orange wheel

Tips

Pour the tonic into the glass as you strain so the shaken mix and the bubbles combine without extra stirring.

FAQ

What is a Mona Lisa?

A low-ABV highball (about 9% ABV) of herbal liqueur such as green Chartreuse, shaken with orange juice and topped with tonic water in an ice-filled Collins glass.

What is a Mona Lisa made of?

Herbal liqueur such as green Chartreuse 30 ml, fresh orange juice 60 ml and tonic water 45 ml, plus 2 dashes of Angostura bitters if you like.