Ingredients
- Bourbon2 oz
- Lemon juice1 oz
- Sugar1 tsp superfine
- Club soda3 oz
- Maraschino cherry1
- Orange1
Instructions
Pour all ingredients directly into highball glass filled with ice. Stir gently. Garnish. Add a dash of Angostura bitters.
John Collins — Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you make a John Collins?
- Pour all ingredients directly into highball glass filled with ice. Stir gently. Garnish. Add a dash of Angostura bitters.
- What is in a John Collins?
- A John Collins is made with: 2 oz Bourbon, 1 oz Lemon juice, 1 tsp superfine Sugar, 3 oz Club soda, 1 Maraschino cherry, 1 Orange.
- What glass is best for a John Collins?
- A John Collins is traditionally served in a Collins Glass.
- Is a John Collins alcoholic?
- Yes, the John Collins is an alcoholic cocktail.
- What type of drink is a John Collins?
- The John Collins is an Ordinary Drink cocktail.
Expert Tips
Glassware Tip
The Collins glass is taller than a highball, perfect for drinks with more mixer. Stack your ice to the top for maximum refreshment.
Fresh Citrus Tip
Always squeeze fresh citrus juice rather than using bottled. Roll the fruit on the counter before cutting to release more juice, and strain out seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.
Sweetener Tip
Make your own simple syrup by dissolving equal parts sugar and hot water. It mixes more smoothly than granulated sugar and allows precise sweetness control.
Bourbon must be made from at least 51% corn and aged in new charred oak barrels - these rules are actually US law.
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