Tom Collins

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Prep: 5 mins Cook: None Serves: 1 Source: Classic — 1870s New York / London; named for a popular hoax at the time

Ingredients

  • 45ml Old Tom gin, or London dry gin (1 1/2 oz)
  • 30ml freshly squeezed lemon juice (1 oz)
  • 15ml simple syrup (1/2 oz)
  • 60ml chilled soda water (2 oz)
  • Ice
  • Garnish: lemon slice and a brandied cherry

Instructions

  1. Fill a tall Collins glass with ice.
  2. Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  3. Stir gently to combine and chill.
  4. Top with chilled soda water.
  5. Garnish with a lemon slice and a brandied cherry.
Wine Pairing: N/A
Classic — 1870s New York / London; named for a popular hoax at the time · 19th century
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