John Collins

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Serve in

a Collins glass...
2 fl oz Rutte Dry Gin
1 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
½ fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup
Top up with Soda (club soda) or sparkling water
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How to make:

SHAKE first 3 ingredients with ice and strain into ice-filled glass. TOP with soda, stir and serve with straws.

Garnish:

Orange slice & Luxardo Maraschino cherry on stick (sail)

Comment:

A refreshing balance of sour lemon and sugar, laced with gin and lengthened with soda.

About:

For the full story behind the origins of the Collins and its many variations see our Collins page.

Nutrition:

There are approximately 184 calories in one serving of John Collins.

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