Tom Collins
Cocktail made from gin, lemon juice, sugar and carbonated water / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For other uses, see Tom Collins (disambiguation).
The Tom Collins is a Collins cocktail made from gin, lemon juice, sugar, and carbonated water. First memorialized in writing in 1876 by Jerry Thomas, "the father of American mixology", this "gin and sparkling lemonade" drink is typically served in a Collins glass over ice. A non-alcoholic "Collins mix" mixer is produced, enjoyed by some as a soft drink.
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Type | Highball |
Base spirit | |
Served | On the rocks: poured over ice |
Standard garnish | Lemon slice and maraschino cherry |
Standard drinkware | Collins glass |
Commonly used ingredients |
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Preparation | Mix the gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup in a tall glass with ice, top up with soda water, garnish and serve. |
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