A Tom Collins

This classic cocktail is a refreshing combination of tart lemon juice, sweet simple syrup, and crisp gin, topped with effervescent soda water. Ingredients: - 2 oz gin - 1 oz fresh lemon juice - 1/2 oz simple syrup - Soda water - Ice - Lemon slice and cherry for garnish Instructions: 1. Fill a Collins glass with ice. 2. In a shaker, combine the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup. 3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well. 4. Strain the mixture into the Collins glass. 5. Top with soda water. 6. Stir gently to combine. 7. Garnish with a lemon slice and cherry. 8. Enjoy the crisp and refreshing taste of a Tom Collins!