Tom Collins

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 5 min.
Yield 1 serving
Test Kitchen Approved
A classic Tom Collins cocktail requires nothing more than gin, zesty lemon, some sweetness and a bit of bubble. Served in a tall glass over ice, it's a perfect sip any time of year.

Ingredients

  • Ice cubes
  • 2 ounces gin
  • 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • Club soda
  • Lemon slice and maraschino cherry

Directions

  1. Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice. Place remaining ice in a Collins or highball glass; set aside.
  2. Add the gin, lemon juice and simple syrup to shaker; cover and shake until condensation forms on outside of shaker, 10-15 seconds. Strain into prepared glass. Top with club soda. Garnish with lemon slice and cherry.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 195 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

It's easy to mix up this beloved retro party drink! The classic Tom Collins has a straightforward set of ingredients: gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup and sparkling club soda for a refreshing finish. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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