Ingredients
- 60 ml Bourbon e.g. Maker's Mark, Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve
- 30 ml Lemon juice
- 15 ml Sugar syrup
- 90 ml Soda water
- Garnish Lemon wheel, cherry
Preparation
- Shake bourbon, lemon and syrup with ice.
- Strain into a Collins glass over ice. Don't know how? Pour the drink through a strainer (or the built-in strainer on your shaker) to catch the ice and any solids.
- Top with soda.
- Garnish with lemon wheel, cherry. A wheel is a thin, round cross-section slice of the whole fruit.
Origin Story
The John Collins is a variation of the Tom Collins, believed to have originated in the early 20th century, named after a bartender named John Collins. This drink reflects the enduring appeal of refreshing, fizzy cocktails.
