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Classic Tom Collins

The Tom Collins is a refreshing and timeless cocktail that dates back to the 19th century. It's a perfect balance of citrus and sweet, with a sparkle that makes it ideal for warm weather sipping or as an invigorating aperitif.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
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Total Time 5 minutes
Course Cocktail
Cuisine American
Servings 1 drink
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Collins glass
  • Shaker
  • Strainer
  • Stirrer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz Gin
  • 1 oz Fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz Simple syrup
  • 2 oz Club soda
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon wheel for garnish
  • Maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Fill a Collins glass with ice cubes.
  • In a shaker, combine the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake well.
  • Strain the mixture into the prepared Collins glass over the ice.
  • Top up the glass with club soda.
  • Gently stir to combine.
  • Garnish with a lemon wheel and a maraschino cherry.

Notes

For a twist, try using different types of gin or adding a dash of bitters to the cocktail for extra complexity.
Keyword Bartender, Citrus, Classic Cocktail, Club Soda, Gin, Highball, lemon juice, mixology, Refreshing, Simple Syrup, Sparkling, Summer Drink, Tom Collins