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tom collins

Tom Collins Recipe

Elien Lewis
A classic, refreshing gin cocktail with fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water. Light, bubbly, and perfect for warm weather.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Additional Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 185 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 oz gin Old Tom or London Dry gin
  • 1 oz lemon juice fresh
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • Soda water
  • Ice
  • Lemon slice for garnish
  • Maraschino cherry optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Fill a Collins glass with ice.
  • Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  • Top with soda water and stir gently.
  • Garnish with a lemon slice and cherry and serve

Notes

  • Simple syrup is equal parts sugar and water, heated until dissolved, then cooled.
  • Always use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor. One medium lemon yields about 1 oz (30 ml) of juice.
  • A Collins glass is the traditional choice, but any tall glass works.
  • Old Tom gin is the traditional spirit for a Tom Collins, with a slightly sweeter profile. London Dry gin works just as well for a crisper, more juniper-forward version.
  • Stir gently after adding the soda water to keep the fizz alive.
  • For a fruitier version, try adding a splash of homemade sweet and sour mix in place of the simple syrup and lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSodium: 1mgSugar: 14g
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