Tom Collins

Stir all of the above together in the Tom Collins glass (see image above) and add 4 ice-cubes. Fill with soda water, stir again, and serve immediately. If you use Old Tom Gin (see below), use half the quantity of sugar syrup.


Originally a Tom Collins was made with Old Tom Gin which is a sweetened type of gin. Unfortunately it is not seen often these days so we have to substitute regular gin and sugar syrup. A collins is served in the tallest glass used for cocktails which is, appropriately, named a Tom Collins glass. It can be served with a mint garnish and lemon wheels. It will normally hold 12-16 ounces.