Tom Collins
A Victorian-era gin sour that became one of the world's best-loved long drinks. Gin, lemon juice, and sugar are shaken then topped with club soda for a tall, fizzy, and perfectly balanced refreshment.
Ingredients
- 2 oz London dry gin
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 3 oz club soda, chilled
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 lemon slice (for garnish)
- 1 maraschino cherry (for garnish)
Instructions
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1
Fill a cocktail shaker with as needed ice cubes.
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2
Add 2 oz London dry gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup to the shaker.
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3
Shake vigorously for about 12 seconds until well chilled.
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4
Strain into a tall Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
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5
Top with 3 oz chilled club soda and give a gentle stir to combine.
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6
Garnish with 1 lemon slice (for garnish) and 1 maraschino cherry (for garnish).