Created in the late 1800s, the Tom Collins is said to be named after a wide-spread practical joke that swept the country. This cocktail, however, is no joke.
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Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Gin Drinks Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Fill a Collins glass with 1 1/2 cups ice, set aside in the freezer. Combine gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker. Add 1 cup ice, cover and shake until chilled. Strain into the chilled Collins glass.
- Top with club soda and garnish with a lemon wedge.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 3.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
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Dave Maynard
m@yahoo.comThis is the worst Tom Collins I've ever had. It's watery and tasteless.
Chaa Khan
k_c@yahoo.comI would not recommend this recipe. It's not worth the time and effort.
Pat Versluis
v.pat97@yahoo.comThis recipe is missing some important ingredients. It doesn't call for any ice, which is essential for a Tom Collins.
Aimro Alemayehu
aimro.alemayehu6@gmail.comI tried this recipe and it didn't turn out well. The Tom Collins was too strong and the lemon flavor was overpowering.
Gifty Wriedu
gifty@aol.comThis Tom Collins is a little too sweet for my taste. I would cut back on the sugar next time.
Peter Marto
m_peter@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of gin, but this Tom Collins is really good. The lemon and sugar balance out the gin flavor perfectly.
Arham King
k.arham80@hotmail.co.ukI've made this Tom Collins a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect cocktail for any occasion.
Mohammed Hafiz
mohammed-h100@aol.comThis Tom Collins is perfect for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the lemon flavor is so refreshing.
Twesigye Henry
h-t@hotmail.frI love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients and it's so delicious.
Catherine Apophia
c.a@hotmail.comThis Tom Collins is so refreshing and easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again this summer.
Taylor Jeffery
taylor-jeffery77@gmail.comI tried this recipe and it was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it.
Ismael Milanes
ismael-milanes78@yahoo.comThis is the best Tom Collins I've ever had! Thank you for sharing the recipe!
Chagah Musah
musah.chagah5@hotmail.comThe Tom Collins turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I'm a huge fan of gin cocktails and this one is definitely a new favorite.
Opelong Matshwisa
m-opelong39@hotmail.comWow! This Tom Collins is amazing! I'll definitely be making this again!
Edith Rich
e-r@yahoo.comIt's a classic for a reason! This Tom Collins is perfectly balanced and refreshing. I love the subtle hint of lemon.