Master your mixology skills with this simple cocktail recipe. A delightfully fizzy and crisp drink, the classic Tom Collins can brighten up even the coldest and dullest of days, or offer a welcome refreshment on a sweltering hot night.
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Trisha Sprouse
Things You'll Need
Cocktail shaker
Ice
1 1/2 ounce gin
3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
3/4 ounce simple syrup
Strainer
Cocktail glass
Club soda
Lemon wedge (for garnish)
Maraschino cherry (for garnish)
Step 1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
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Step 2
Pour in 1 1/2 ounces of gin.
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Trisha Sprouse
Step 3
Pour in 3/4 ounces of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
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Trisha Sprouse
Step 4
Pour in 3/4 ounces of simple syrup.
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Trisha Sprouse
Step 5
Shake the ingredients together.
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Trisha Sprouse
Step 6
Strain into an ice-filled cocktail glass and top with club soda.
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Trisha Sprouse
Step 7
Garnish with a lemon wedge and maraschino cherry.
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Trisha Sprouse
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