This classic Tom Collins recipe is the perfect cocktail to enjoy on a hot summer day. Made with gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water, it's a refreshing and easy-to-make drink that's perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious cocktail that is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz lemon juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 4 oz soda water
- Ice
- Lemon slices, for garnish
- Maraschino cherry, for garnish
Directions
- Fill a Collins glass with ice.
- Pour the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup into the glass.
- Stir well to combine.
- Top with soda water and gently stir again.
- Garnish with a lemon slice and maraschino cherry.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The Tom Collins cocktail was first created in the 19th century and is named after a practical joke popular at the time.
It became a popular cocktail in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s.
The Tom Collins is a versatile cocktail that can easily be customized with different garnishes and variations of gin.