Rum Collins Recipe
Indulge in the timeless elegance of a refreshing Rum Collins cocktail. This classic drink combines the zing of freshly squeezed lime juice, the sweetness of simple syrup, and the effervescence of sparkling club soda, all harmonizing beautifully with a generous pour of light rum.
Servings 1
Calories 169kcal
Ingredients
- 2 oz Light Rum
- 1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
- Club Soda
- Garnish w/ Lemon and Cherry
Instructions
- Squeeze the juice of one fresh lime into a cocktail shaker or mixing glass.1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- Add rum, simple syrup, and ice cubes to the shaker.2 oz Light Rum, 1/2 oz Simple Syrup, Club Soda
- Strain the mixture into a tall Collins glass filled with ice cubes and top off the glass with club soda, adding enough to fill the glass.
- If you are not using a shaker, give the cocktail a gentle stir with a long spoon to combine all the ingredients.
- Garnish the drink with a lemon and a cherry and serve immediately.Garnish w/ Lemon and Cherry
Notes
- If you don't have any rum, make a Tom Collins by adding Gin or a John Collins by adding bourbon.
- Make ahead and relax during your next party.
- Serve this Rum Collins drink with this delicious Artichoke Dip or my Air Fryer Artichoke Hearts.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best cocktail.
- Don't skip the garnish. This cocktail feels extra special when you garnish with a lemon wheel and a cherry.
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Nutrition
Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 10mg | Sugar: 10g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
