Long Drink
Juan Collins
How to make a Juan Collins - the tequila version of the Tom Collins with lime, sugar syrup and soda. A zesty, refreshing longdrink for the highball glass.
5 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Highball glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Juan Collins is the agave sister of the Tom Collins: tequila replaces the gin and gives the zesty sour highball a fresh note. With lime, sugar syrup and soda it is the ideal companion for warm summer evenings.
Instructions
- Shake tequila, lime juice and sugar syrup with ice in the shaker.
- Fill a highball glass with fresh ice cubes.
- Strain the shaken mix into the glass.
- Top up with cold soda water and stir briefly.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and serve.
Garnish: Lime wedge
Pro tip: Shake the tequila, lime and syrup over ice first and only then top up with soda - that way the carbonation stays in the glass longer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference from a Tom Collins?
The Juan Collins is made with tequila instead of gin - that is also where the Spanish first name Juan comes from.
How sweet is the Juan Collins?
Thanks to the sugar syrup it is pleasantly sweet and sour; the balance can be controlled well via the amount of syrup.
Which tequila works best?
A clear Tequila Blanco works best, as its fresh agave note harmonises well with lime and soda.
Ingredients
- Tequila Blanco5 cl
- Lime juice (fresh)3 cl
- Sugar syrup2 cl
- Soda water8 cl
- Lime1 wedge
- Ice cubesas needed
