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Tom Collins Cocktail

Cultural Context

The Tom Collins is a classic cocktail that dates back to the 19th century, originating in England. Named after a practical joke that was popular at the time, it has become a staple in cocktail culture, celebrated for its refreshing blend of gin, lemon, and soda. Today, the Tom Collins is enjoyed worldwide, often served at gatherings and summer parties, embodying the spirit of conviviality and relaxation.

BritishGBdrink
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
50 mils gin
25 mils lemon juice
12.5 mils simple syrup
sparkling water or soda
ice
lemon wheel
1

Warm the lemon in the microwave for 10 seconds to extract more juice.

2

Cut the lemon in half.

3

Use a Mexican elbow to measure and extract 25 mils of lemon juice into the shaker.

4

Add 12.5 mils of simple syrup to the shaker.

5

Add 50 mils of gin to the shaker.

6

Fill the shaker with ice, ensuring it's packed tightly to prevent over dilution.

7

Seal the shaker and shake hard and fast until you feel it getting cold and see frosting on the tin.

8

Open the shaker and prepare a tall glass filled with ice.

9

Strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass filled with ice using a Hawthorne strainer.

10

Top the drink with sparkling water or soda.

11

Cut a lemon wheel to garnish the drink.

Equipment Needed

microwaveMexican elbowshakerHawthorne strainerglass

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Tom Collins

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