Rico's Tom Collins Recipe | Gin Cocktails | Absolut Drinks With Rico

simple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index, while honey is often more accessible.

gin

🥗Healthier: vodka

💰Cheaper: well gin

Vodka offers a lighter flavor, while well gin is more budget-friendly.

Welcome to the show and introduction to the Tom Collins.

Mention the disputed origin of the drink.

Prepare to shake the drink instead of building it.

Add 20 ml sugar syrup per drink, totaling 40 ml for two drinks.

Add 30 ml lemon juice per drink, totaling 60 ml for two drinks.

Adjust lemon juice to ensure it totals 60 ml.

Add Beefeater London Dry Gin to the shaker.

Add ice to the shaker and shake the mixture.

Prepare Collins glasses and add ice to them.

Pour the shaken mixture into the prepared glasses.

Top off with good quality soda water.

Garnish with lemon zest and a cherry.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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