John Collins
The recipe for a John Collins. A refreshing and timeless highball made from Bourbon whiskey, lemon juice, sugar, and soda water.
Strengthlight
GlassCollins glass
BaseWhisky
GarnishLemon slice and cocktail cherry
Prep Time5 mins
CuisineAmerican
Description
The John Collins is the whiskey-based brother of the famous Tom Collins. It belongs to the large family of Collins cocktails, a group of sour long drinks that became popular in the 19th century. While the Tom Collins is traditionally made with Old Tom Gin, the John Collins uses bourbon or another whiskey. The warm, sweet notes of the bourbon harmonize wonderfully with the acidity of the lemon, and the soda water provides a sparkling refreshment.
Preparation
- Add whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake well until the shaker is cold.
- Strain into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Top up with soda water.
- Stir gently and garnish with a lemon slice and a cherry.
