Raspberry Collins Cocktail

5 from 1 vote

Raspberry Collins Cocktail

The Raspberry Collins is a fresh and fruity cocktail similar to a Tom Collins. Made using gin, fresh raspberries, raspberry syrup, lemon juice, and a splash of club soda, this is one delightful cocktail perfect for summer days.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: Serving

Calories: 197kcal

Author: Aimee Mars

Equipment

Cocktail Shaker
Muddler or wooden spoon

Ingredients

6 Fresh Raspberries
2 ounces Gin
1 ounce Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Raspberry Syrup
splash Club Soda

Instructions

Muddle the raspberries - Place the fresh raspberries into a cocktail shaker and muddle them or mash them with a wooden spoon. Making sure they break apart.
Shake vigorously - Add some ice to the cocktail shaker along with the gin, lemon juice, and raspberry syrup. Shake the mixture vigorously.
Double strain the mixture - Fill a collins glass or highball glass with ice and set a small mesh sieve on top. Double strain the cocktail mixture into the glass.
Pour in the club soda - Top with club soda, leaving about an inch of space at the top of the glass. Garnish with fresh raspberries and a lemon wedge.

Notes

Make your own syrup. If you don't have raspberry syrup on hand, you can make your own by blending fresh raspberries with simple syrup in a blender, then straining the mixture to remove the seeds and pulp.
Add some more flavor. To make your Raspberry Collins even more refreshing, try adding a few slices of cucumber or a sprig of fresh mint to the shaker before shaking.
Make it sweeter. For a sweeter cocktail, you can adjust the amount of raspberry syrup to taste. Add more for a stronger raspberry flavor, or less for a more subtle hint of sweetness.
Pour the club soda slowly. When adding the carbonated water, pour it slowly and carefully down the side of the glass to prevent it from fizzing over.

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