Tom Collins
Tom Collins is a citrus, sour and refreshing cocktail made with Gin, with moderate flavor complexity.
Ingredients
- 50 ml gin (recommended: London Dry)
- 25 ml lemon juice
- 15 ml simple syrup
- Soda water (to top)
- Ice
- Lemon wheel
- 1 maraschino cherry
Method
- In a tall (Collins) glass, add the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Fill the glass with ice and top with soda water.
- Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine without losing the carbonation.
- Finish with the lemon wheel and maraschino cherry.
FAQ
What is in a Tom Collins?
A Tom Collins is made with 50 ml gin (recommended: London Dry), 25 ml lemon juice, 15 ml simple syrup, Soda water (to top), Ice, Lemon wheel and 1 maraschino cherry.
Is a Tom Collins strong?
A Tom Collins is a session drink: you can have more than one without it weighing you down.
When should you serve a Tom Collins?
A Tom Collins fits a party, a hot day, easy prep and a classic.
What is the bartender tip for a Tom Collins?
The Tom Collins is a long sour: gin, lemon, and syrup in the glass, soda on top. London Dry stands up to the citrus and the dilution from the ice; a very floral gin disappears in the glass. Lemon is the classic — lime makes the drink greener and sharper. 15 ml of syrup balances 25 ml of juice; if your soda is very dry, add 5 ml more. Stir just enough to lift the syrup off the bottom. Ice to the rim and a Collins glass keep the drink cold. The lemon wheel and cherry are the classic look.