John Collins
The whiskey lover's answer to the Tom Collins. Bourbon, fresh lemon, simple syrup, and fizzy soda water combine for a refreshing classic that's been cooling throats since the 1800s.
- 2 ozbourbon
- 1 ozfresh lemon juice
- ½ ozsimple syrup
- 2 ozclub soda
- orange slice and cherrygarnish
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Named after a popular London bartender John Collins who worked at Limmers Hotel in the 19th century. The drink became popular in the United States in the early 20th century. While the Tom Collins uses gin the John Collins uses whiskey.
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