The Secret to Making a Refreshing Tom Collins Cocktail
March 27, 2023Are you in the mood for a refreshing cocktail that will tingle your taste buds and brighten up your day? Look no further than the classic and ever-popular Tom Collins! With its citrusy and bubbly flavors, this drink is a perfect signature cocktail for any gathering or simply a pick-me-up on a lazy afternoon. In this post, I’ll share my foolproof recipe for this delicious drink, complete with a secret ingredient that takes it to the next level. With just a few simple steps, you can create a delicious and refreshing Tom Collins cocktail that’s sure to impress your friends and family. Don’t forget to add the secret ingredient for an extra burst of flavor! Cheers!

TOM COLLINS COCKTAIL
Ingredients
- 2 ounces gin
- 1 ounce lemon juice or fresh squeezed lemon
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
- 3 ounces club soda
- 2 1/2 cups ice, divided
- 1 organic lemon slice
- 1 organic cucumber sliced thinly
Instructions
- Start by pouring 2 ounces gin into a double-wall cocktail shaker with ice, then add 1 ounce of either lemon juice or freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1/2 ounce simple syrup.
- Shake everything together until it’s well combined and then strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice, then top it off with 3 ounces club soda.
- Give the drink a quick stir to ensure everything is mixed together properly, and add the secret ingredient that will really take it to the next level!
- Cut a few thin slices of cucumber and add them to your drink.
- Once you have added the cucumber slices, give the cocktail a gentle stir, and then garnish with a slice of lemon. Enjoy!
Love fresh squeezed lemon juice? This is my favorite hand juicer.
Interested in making a yummy cocktail with your newly crafted simply syrup? Check out my recipe for these awesome Fruity Mojitos!
Cheers friends!
XO,
M
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My favorite cocktail! Thanks for sharing!
Excellent!
Aaaa!!! I’m the reader who requested your Tom Collins recipe! I told myself I wasn’t making this drink until it was time to float in the pool. Well, it’s time, and this. Is. Amazing! I’m a fan for life
I’m so happy you enjoyed it…and will all summer long!