Tips for a better mix
- Shake the gin, citrus and syrup first; add soda only in the glass.
OPC ORIGINALS
Tom Collins
Gin · lemon · long · 5 minutes · Highball
An OPC editorial recipe to start a conversation. gin, lemon, long. Make it your own, then share the people, place or moment behind your version.
In the glass
Ingredients for 1 drink · Ice as needed
- 50 ml gin
- 25 ml fresh lemon juice
- 15 ml sugar syrup
- 100 ml soda water
- Lemon wheel
Quantities are scaled from the recipe’s submitted serving count. Ice, unmeasured pinches and garnishes are as needed. For several cocktails, mix in shaker-sized batches.
Jump to the methodFor adults 18+. Drink responsibly.
THE METHOD
Make it, one step at a time.
- 1
Chill the serving glass. Measure the ingredients into a shaker, leaving out any garnish, soda or sparkling wine.
- 2
Add ice, close the shaker securely and shake firmly for about 10–15 seconds.
- 3
Strain into the serving glass over fresh ice. Top slowly with the sparkling ingredient and stir gently. Add the garnish, if listed.
A VISUAL GUIDE
See the key stages.
Look for these moments as you mix. Follow the written method for quantities and order.
STEP 1
Measure & prepare
Chill the serving glass. Measure the ingredients into a shaker, leaving out any garnish, soda or sparkling wine.
STEP 2
Shake until cold
Add ice, close the shaker securely and shake firmly for about 10–15 seconds.
STEP 3
Strain & finish
Strain into the serving glass over fresh ice. Top slowly with the sparkling ingredient and stir gently. Add the garnish, if listed.
Images show the intended stages and appearance.
BARTENDER’S NOTES & SWAPS
A little help from the OPC bar.
Optional pointers for making it your own while keeping the spirit of the recipe.
Make it your own
- A sprig of thyme adds a gentle herbal aroma.
YOUR TURN