How to make a John Collins

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One of my favourites! The John Collins is a super easy long drink that requires minimal equipment - a drinking vessel and a bar spoon for mixing.

By: Steve the Bartender (via Stevethebartender.au)
Original Publish: Jun 11, 2014
Last Updated: Mar 1, 2026
Finished How to make a John Collins

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Instructions

  1. Fill a hi-ball glass with ice

  2. Add gin, lemon juice & sugar syrup

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Chef's Notes

There is much debate in relation to the original spirit used for a collins but I suggest using the following spirits: London Dry Gin for a John Collins and Old Tom Gin for a Tom Collins.

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