London Dry isn’t overpowering either and has a mild citrus flavor. That’s because the Old Tom is naturally a little sweeter so it balances out. I mentioned earlier that Old Tom Gin or London Dry pairs well with the other ingredients. Top it off with soda water or seltzer and garnish with a lemon slice and cherry. Shake well then strain into a highball glass or Collins glass. In a cocktail shaker with ice, pour in the gin, fresh lime juice, and syrup. Soda water – you could also use seltzer water instead Simple syrup – there shouldn’t be a ton of extra ingredients listed on the label Gin – Old Tom gin or London Dry gin works well Even though there are only a few small differences, both are worth trying and make refreshing cocktails for warmer days! It’s also garnished with an orange and cherry versus a lemon. John Collins traditionally uses bourbon for the base instead of gin. What’s The Difference Between A Tom Collins And A John Collins? Today I am switching things up a bit and making my cocktail with lime instead of lemon, which is normally what you would get if you ordered a Tom Collins. Making a Tom Collins is relatively easy, doesn’t require a bunch of different fancy pours, and can easily be made in a large pitcher for crowds. Not to mention they can be more expensive than you just making it from scratch. Most mixers have a ton of unnecessary ingredients and preservatives. That being said, if you see Tom Collins mix on the shelf, ditch it. I love making homemade cocktails, even though store-bought mixers may seem more convenient. You may or may not know, but the Tom Collins cocktail goes way back! I won’t bore you with all of the details, just know that this drink has been around since the 1800s and not much has changed. Whether you are looking for a party cocktail or a spiked refreshing drink for a warm day, Tom Collin with Lime will do the trick for both. Jump to Recipe Jump to Video Print Recipe
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