Tom Collins first appeared in 1876 in the second edition of Jerry Thomas’ “The Bar-Tender’s Guide”. It is presented as a family of drinks in which the customer had the choice of spirits: Tom Collins Brandy, Gin and Whiskey.

INGREDIENTS
50ml Old Tom Gin
30ml Fresh Lime Juice
20ml Sugar Syrup
Soda
INSTRUCTIONS
Place all the ingredients in the shaker except the soda and shake vigorously for 10-12 seconds. Strain into a glass with ice and fill with soda.
Εργαλεία & Μέθοδος
Tools: Shaker, Strainer
Method: Shake
Glass: Collins
Garnish: Lemon slice, Marschino cherry