Tom Collins
A tall, sparkling gin sour with lemon and soda.
Drink details
Glass
Highball Glass
Ice
Cubed
Method
Built
Strength
Medium
Servings
1
Carbonated
Yes
Recipe
Ingredients
Old Tom Gin
45 ml
Lemon Juice
Freshly squeezed
30 ml
Simple Syrup
15 ml
Soda Water
Top up
60 ml
Garnish
Lemon Slice
1 piece
Maraschino Cherry
1 piece
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Pour the Old Tom Gin, freshly squeezed lemon juice and simple syrup directly into an ice-filled highball glass.
- 2
Top up with soda water and stir gently.
- 3
Garnish with a lemon slice and a maraschino cherry.
About the Tom Collins
The Tom Collins is a classic gin highball combining gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup and soda water. The mixture of citrus, sweetness and carbonation creates a long, refreshing drink while allowing the botanical character of the gin to remain noticeable. Traditionally served over ice in a tall Collins glass, it is particularly well suited to warm weather and drinkers who prefer bright, approachable cocktails.
What does a Tom Collins taste like?
A Tom Collins tastes bright, citrusy and lightly sweet, with gin botanicals underneath the fresh lemon flavor. Soda water makes the drink crisp and refreshing, creating a clean, sparkling finish.
Tips for making a Tom Collins
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and chill the drink well before adding soda water. Add the soda last and stir gently so you retain as much carbonation as possible. Plenty of ice helps keep the Tom Collins cold without requiring excessive stirring after the soda has been added.
