Classic Tom Collins Recipe

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Classic Tom Collins Recipe
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
10mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 13, 2024

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

  1. Fill a Collins glass with ice.
  2. Pour the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup into the glass.
  3. Stir well to combine.
  4. Top with soda water and gently stir again.
  5. Garnish with a lemon slice and maraschino cherry.
  6. 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.