Tom Collins

Tart, refreshing and so simple to make. It dates back to at least 1860 and is the namesake of a whole style of drink and the glass they're served in. This is my go-to drink when I'm short of ingredients and need a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz (45ml) Gin
• 1/2oz (15ml) Simple Syrup
• 1oz (30ml) Lemon Juice (must be fresh juice)
• 1oz (or to taste) Soda Water
• Garnish - Lemon twist
• Glass - Unsurprising, a Collins glass.

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients, except for the soda, into to a mixing tin and shake over ice.
2. Double-strain into a chilled cocktail glass. 
3. Top up with soda
4. Garnish with a lemon twist

Notes

A classic drink. This recipe is tart (though sweeter than the original), so adjust the sugar levels to your liking. 

Source and Photo: Liquor.com