Bourbon · Medium
John Collins
The bourbon cousin of the Tom Collins — whiskey, lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water in a tall glass. Refreshing, slightly cloudy, and classically American.
- Time
- 4 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Collins glass
Ingredients
- BourbonBourbonBourbon is a type of American whiskey made primarily from corn, with a sweet, full-bodied flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep.45 ml
- Lemon JuiceLemon JuiceLemon juice is the acidic liquid extracted from fresh lemons, commonly used in cocktails for its bright, tart flavor. It balances sweetness and enhances the overall taste of drinks.25 ml
- Simple SyrupSimple SyrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar.15 ml
- Club sodaClub sodaClub soda is carbonated water that contains added minerals, giving it a slightly salty taste. It is commonly used as a mixer in cocktails to add effervescence without altering the flavor significantly.60 ml
- Lemon wheel (garnish)Lemon wheel (garnish)A lemon wheel is a circular slice of lemon used as a garnish in cocktails. It adds a citrusy aroma and visual appeal to drinks like the Gin and Tonic or Whiskey Sour.1 wheel
- Maraschino cherry (garnish)Maraschino cherry (garnish)Maraschino cherry is a sweet, preserved cherry typically made from the Marasca variety, often found in cocktails. It is commonly used as a garnish in drinks like the Manhattan and Old Fashioned.1
Gear
Method
- 1
Combine bourbonbourbonBourbon is a type of American whiskey made primarily from corn, with a sweet, full-bodied flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep., fresh lemon juicelemon juiceLemon juice is the acidic liquid extracted from fresh lemons, commonly used in cocktails for its bright, tart flavor. It balances sweetness and enhances the overall taste of drinks., and simple syrupsimple syrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar. in a shaker with ice.
- 2
Shake well for 8–10 seconds until chilled.
- 3
Strain into a tall collins glass filled with fresh ice.
- 4
Top with club sodaclub sodaClub soda is carbonated water that contains added minerals, giving it a slightly salty taste. It is commonly used as a mixer in cocktails to add effervescence without altering the flavor significantly. and stir gently. Garnish with a lemon wheel and maraschino cherry.
