FAQ: Quinine Citrus Tonic

What is QCT?

A quinine citrus tonic — cinchona infusion with grapefruit, honey, a touch of stevia, citrus oil, and vitamin C. Mix it with sparkling water. It is a quinine concentrate syrup, not a mixer-only novelty and not a drug. 

How do I drink it?

1-3 oz daily in a glass of sparkling water. Neat is fine if you like it that way. Afternoon is the usual slot in cold sparkling water. Shake the bottle; things settle. Begin taking slowly for first week or two as detoxification may take place. This is a high Vitamin C drink, sip slowly, increase dose over time if desired.

How much vitamin C?

1500 mg per 1.5 oz serving (check the Supplement Facts on the bottle for % DV). That’s the antioxidant line. Don’t stack three pours to “mega-dose.”

Why quinine / cinchona?

Quinine from cinchona bark was once the largest traded health commodity on Earth. Cinchona trees were grown for military and medical support from India, to Java, to Africa. Quinine was taken historically for health and as a beauty tonic by women for hair and skin. Our quinine is sourced as classic cinchona officinalis tonic bark native to Peru and Ecuador.

Fridge?

Yes after opening. Keep it cold. Use on a kitchen timeline, not a pantry year. Keep out of reach of children.

Does it have HA in it?

No. QCT and HA Ultra are separate formulas. You can take both in a day. Don’t pour them into one jug.

Why does it look cloudy or separate?

That’s the infusion and the juice. Shake.

Where does the C come from?

Ascorbic acid, food grade, on the Facts panel.

Is the quinine pharmaceutical HCQ?

No. This is a cinchona tonic, not a prescription drug.

Who should ask a clinician first?

Anyone pregnant, on medicines that interact with quinine, G6PD, or told to limit tonic bitters. This is not medical advice.

Is this a medicine?

No. Antioxidant support with classic quinine tonic. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.