Tom Collins Recipe: Refreshing and Classic
Tom Collins with a refreshing, classic flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 3 –4 oz soda water
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Lemon slice maraschino cherry
- Suggested Pairings: Sparkling water shrimp cocktail
Instructions
- Make simple syrup: Dissolve 1/2 cup sugar in 1/2 cup water; cool, taste, and adjust.
- Chill a highball glass.
- Shake gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice for 10–15 sec.
- Strain into a glass with fresh ice; top with soda water, stir.
- Garnish with lemon and cherry; serve.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Store simple syrup in the fridge for 1 month.
- Try a non-alcoholic or berry variation.
- Pair with a cheese board.