Gin · Modern

Tom Collins

A refreshing gin and lemon cocktail.

Glass
Collins glass
Technique
Shaken
Strength
8.5% ABV (estimated)
Difficulty
Easy
Time
5 min

The Tom Collins is a refreshing, effervescent cocktail with a crisp lemon flavor and a hint of sweetness. It's a perfect thirst-quencher for warm weather occasions or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Servings1

Method

  1. Add the Gin, Fresh Lemon Juice and Simple Syrup to a shaker.

    Gin 60 ml2 oz6 cl Fresh Lemon Juice 30 ml1 oz3 cl Simple Syrup 15 ml½ oz1.5 cl
  2. Fill the shaker with ice, shake vigorously, strain into a collins glass filled with ice, then top up with the Club Soda and stir gently.

    Club Soda 120 ml4 oz12 cl
  3. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a maraschino cherry.

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