John Collins
A timeless long drink that serves as the whiskey-based counterpart to the Tom Collins. This refreshing cocktail combines the robust character of bourbon with the tartness of fresh lemon and the effervescence of soda water, finished with a dash of bitters for depth.
Ingredients
- 2 OZ Bourbon
- 1 OZ Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 TSP Superfine Sugar
- 3 OZ Club Soda
- 1 DASH Angostura Bitters
- 1 SLICE Orange
- 1 WHOLE Maraschino Cherry
How to Make It
- Fill a Collins glass with fresh ice cubes.
- Pour the bourbon, lemon juice, and superfine sugar directly into the glass.
- Top with club soda.
- Stir gently to combine the ingredients and dissolve the sugar.
- Add a dash of Angostura bitters on top.
- Garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry.
Glassware
Collins Glass
IBA Classic Refreshing Summer Long Drink Whiskey
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