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Tom Collins

A refreshing tall drink of gin and lemon topped with soda water.

ginEasy~12% ABV
MethodBuildGlassCollins GlassIcecubedGarnishlemon wheel and cherry
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • 2 ozlondon dry gin
  • 1 ozfresh lemon juice(freshly squeezed)
  • ΒΎ ozsimple syrup(1:1)
  • 2 ozclub soda(to top)
  • lemon wheel and cherrygarnish
Instructions
  1. 1Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a Collins glass filled with ice.
  2. 2Stir briefly to combine.
  3. 3Top with club soda and stir gently.
  4. 4Garnish with a lemon wheel and maraschino cherry.
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History & Origin

The Tom Collins became famous in the 1870s and was popularized by Jerry Thomas. It sparked a craze in America and remains a beloved refreshing highball.

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