Long Drink
Elderflower Collins
How to make an Elderflower Collins - the sparkling longdrink of gin, elderflower liqueur, lemon and soda. A floral twist on the Tom Collins.
4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Highball glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Elderflower Collins is a floral variation on the classic Tom Collins. Elderflower liqueur lends the sparkling gin longdrink an elegant, floral sweetness that pairs beautifully with the fresh lemon. A light summer highball for balmy evenings.
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Add gin, elderflower liqueur and lemon juice to the glass.
- Stir briefly so the ingredients combine.
- Top up with cold soda.
- Garnish with a lemon slice and serve.
Garnish: Lemon slice
Pro tip: Add the soda carefully only at the very end and stir briefly so the carbonation lasts as long as possible.
Frequently asked questions
What sets the Elderflower Collins apart from the Tom Collins?
Instead of plain sugar syrup it uses elderflower liqueur, which gives the drink a floral, lightly sweet note.
Which elderflower liqueur works well?
A classic elderflower liqueur such as St-Germain is ideal, as it is delicately floral and not too sweet.
Can I make the drink alcohol-free?
Yes, replace the gin with an alcohol-free gin alternative and use an alcohol-free elderflower syrup instead of the liqueur.
Ingredients
- Gin5 cl
- Elderflower liqueur2 cl
- Lemon juice (fresh)2.5 cl
- Soda8 cl
- Lemon1 slice
- Ice cubesas needed
