Tom Collins
The Tom Collins is a classic cocktail that combines gin, lemon juice, sugar, and soda water. It's a refreshing drink perfect for a hot day or a leisurely evening.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Tall Glass (Collins Glass)
- Jigger
- Bar spoon
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin
- 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 oz Simple Syrup
- Club Soda to top
- Ice Cubes
- Lemon Wheel for garnish
- Maraschino Cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
- Add the gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Shake well until the mixture is chilled (about 15 seconds).
- Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice cubes.
- Top off with club soda and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel and a maraschino cherry.
Notes
For a sweeter taste, adjust the amount of simple syrup to your preference. You can use homemade simple syrup by dissolving equal parts sugar and water over heat and letting it cool.