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John Collins cocktail

Gin · Collins

John Collins

12%2 min
ABV12%
Time2 min
GlassCollins
CategoryGin
VeganGluten-freeLow ABV
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Ingredients

  • 1.52 ozGin
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  • 1.01 ozLemon Juice
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  • 0.51 ozSugar Syrup (2:1)
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  • 2.03 ozSoda (Club Soda) Water
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Method

  1. Add the ingredients over ice in a collins glass.
  2. Stir briefly so the drink is cold and combined.
  3. Finish with a lemon slice and maraschino cherry.

Photo: Michael Styne from Averill Park, NY, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 (source)

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