Tom Collins
| Cocktail | |
|---|---|
| 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. |
The Tom Collins is a Collins cocktail made from gin, lemon juice, sugar, and carbonated water. This "gin and sparkling lemonade" drink is typically served in a Collins glass over ice with a cherry garnish. A non-alcoholic "Collins mix" mixer is produced, enjoyed by some as a soft drink.
The drink is a variant of the similar John Collins.