Tonic water added is known as bitter lemon or bitter lime, respectively. The quinine in tonic water will fluoresce under ultraviolet light. In fact, the sensitivity of quinine to ultraviolet light is such that it will appear visibly fluorescent in direct sunlight. Tonic water Tonic water (or Indian tonic water) is a carbonated soft drink in which quinine is dissolved. Originally used as a prophylactic against malaria, tonic water usually now has a significantly lower quinine content and is consumed for its distinctive bitter flavor. It is often used in mixed drinks, particularly in gin and tonic. Quinine was added to the
Tonic (Tonic album) Tonic (Tonic album) Tonic is the self-titled fourth studio album by modern rock band Tonic. The project was originally announced in 2008, with writing and recording carrying through summer and fall of 2009. Recorded primarily at Conway Studios in Hollywood, California, the album was co-produced by Tonic and Nathaniel Kunkel. Critical reception to "Tonic" was generally positive. The album was released on May 4, 2010 in North America, and spent one week on the "Billboard" 200 album chart, where it ranked 150. The band subsequently embarked on a tour to coincide with this album's release. Band member Jeff Russo originally