The John Collins Cocktail

The John Collins cocktail is similar to a Tom Collins but features bourbon whiskey instead of gin. It still mixes in club soda, simple syrup, and lemon juice to make a refreshing cocktail. Serve with a straw.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 5 mins
• Calories: 176 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 maraschino cherry
• 1 fluid ounce lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon simple syrup
• 2 fluid ounces club soda
• 1 lemon slice
• 1 orange slice
• 2 fluid ounces bourbon whiskey
• 2 cups ice, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker. Add 1 cup ice, cover, and shake until chilled. Strain into a Collins glass. Add 1 cup ice, fill with club soda, and stir.

Step 2

Garnish with orange and lemon slices and a maraschino cherry.