A Timeless Gin Classic – Crisp, Citrusy and Refreshingly Simple

Cocktail Info

Cocktail: Tom Collins
Base Spirit: Tanqueray London Dry Gin
Style: Classic Gin Cocktail
Glassware: Collins or Highball Glass
Garnish: Fresh Lemon Wheel & Optional Cocktail Cherry
Difficulty: Easy

Description

The Tom Collins is one of the great classics of the cocktail world. Crisp, refreshing and wonderfully simple, this timeless gin cocktail combines bright citrus flavours with the distinctive botanical character of London Dry Gin.

At its heart is Tanqueray London Dry Gin, renowned for its juniper-forward character and carefully balanced botanicals. Its clean, aromatic profile provides the perfect foundation for this refreshing long drink.

Freshly squeezed lemon juice introduces a lively citrus sharpness, while sugar syrup adds just enough sweetness to create a beautifully balanced flavour. Chilled soda water completes the cocktail, bringing a delicate sparkle and a wonderfully light finish.

Served tall over plenty of ice and garnished with a fresh lemon wheel, the Tom Collins is elegant without being complicated.

Whether enjoyed as a refreshing afternoon drink, served before dinner or shared with friends at a summer gathering, this classic cocktail never goes out of style.

Ingredients

• 50ml Tanqueray London Dry Gin
• 25ml Fresh Lemon Juice
• 15ml Sugar Syrup
• Chilled Soda Water, to top
• Ice cubes
• Fresh lemon wheel or slice
• Cocktail cherry (optional)

How to Make the Tom Collins

1. Fill a Collins or highball glass generously with ice cubes.
2. Pour 50ml of Tanqueray London Dry Gin over the ice.
3. Add 25ml of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
4. Pour in 15ml of sugar syrup.
5. Stir gently to combine the gin, lemon juice and syrup.
6. Top with chilled soda water.
7. Give the cocktail one final gentle stir to preserve its refreshing sparkle.
8. Garnish with a fresh lemon wheel or slice and, if desired, a cocktail cherry.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Fresh lemon zest with crisp juniper aromas and the distinctive botanical fragrance of Tanqueray London Dry Gin.

Palate: Bright, zesty lemon balanced by gentle sweetness and classic gin botanicals, lifted by the refreshing sparkle of soda water.

Finish: Clean, crisp and invigorating, with lingering citrus freshness and subtle juniper notes.

Perfect Serve

Serve the Tom Collins in a tall Collins or highball glass filled generously with ice.

Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest citrus flavour, and ensure the soda water is well chilled to maintain the cocktail’s lively sparkle.

A fresh lemon wheel provides the classic finishing touch, while an optional cocktail cherry adds a traditional flourish.

For a slightly sharper drink, reduce the sugar syrup. For a sweeter serve, add a little more to suit your taste.

Perfect For

• Sunny afternoons and garden gatherings
• Relaxed evenings with friends
• Pre-dinner drinks and aperitifs
• Gin lovers who enjoy refreshing citrus cocktails
• Celebrations and summer entertaining
• Anyone discovering classic gin cocktails

Why We Love It

The Tom Collins proves that a truly memorable cocktail doesn’t need complicated ingredients or elaborate preparation.

We love the way Tanqueray London Dry Gin’s classic juniper character works alongside freshly squeezed lemon, gentle sweetness and sparkling soda water.

The result is beautifully balanced, effortlessly refreshing and wonderfully versatile.

It’s also a cocktail that invites a little personalisation. Adjust the sweetness, add an extra squeeze of lemon or simply enjoy it exactly as the classic recipe intends.

With its timeless appeal and unmistakably refreshing character, the Tom Collins deserves its place among the world’s best-loved gin cocktails.

A true gin classic – bright, refreshing and always in style.