John Collins

A built cocktail made with Bourbon, Fresh Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, served in a highball (collins) glass.

• Built
• Highball (Collins)
• Whiskey

Ingredients

• 2 ozBourbon
• 1 ozFresh Lemon Juice
• ¾ ozSimple Syrup
• GarnishSoda Water (top)

How to make a John Collins

1. Fill a highball (collins) glass with fresh ice.
2. Add 2 oz Bourbon, 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice, ¾ oz Simple Syrup directly to the glass, in order.
3. Stir gently once or twice to combine without knocking out the carbonation.
4. Garnish with soda water (top).

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