1 serving
John Collins ingredients
Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Gin | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 3 parts |
 Lemon Juice | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
 Simple Syrup | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
 Soda Water | 60 ml | 6 cl | 2 oz | 4 parts |
Garnish: Lemon slice and cocktail cherry
Method
How to make John Collins
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a highball glass and prepare a lemon slice and one cocktail cherry.
- 02
Fill the glass completely with fresh ice cubes.
- 03
Measure the gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup directly over the ice.
- 04
Stir for 8–10 seconds to chill and dissolve the syrup evenly.
- 05
Top slowly with cold soda water and lift once gently with a bar spoon.
- 06
Add the lemon slice and cherry, then serve immediately while lively and cold.
Tasting profile
What does John Collins taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are freshness (5/5) and sourness (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
John Collins questions
What is in a John Collins?
Kokto’s build uses gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water.
How long does a John Collins take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 4 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a John Collins prepared?
It uses a built method and is served in a highball. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a John Collins alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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Evidence
Sources & editorial note
The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.
- International Bartenders Association — John CollinsIBA official style reference
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B001seed.recipe.john-collins · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved