Schweppes Tonic Water began in 1783 as the world's original soft drink. Its founder, Jacob Schweppe, was drawn to the new art of carbonating beverages, so he refined and patented his own process of creating mineral water. Created in 1957 and made with quinine and a tang of lemon, Schweppes Bitter Lemon is the ultimate bittersweet sensation. Bitter Lemon is perfect for those who enjoy the sophisticated pleasure of a carbonated drink with a uniquely adult taste. Delicious in cocktails and mocktails. Enjoy with gin, lime juice, simple syrup and cucumber, or muddle raspberries and enjoy with cranberry juice.