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How To Make A Big Batch Of Tom Collins Cocktail For Your Next Party

Yash Lakhan

March 28, 2025

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Preparing a large quantity of the Tom Collins cocktail guarantees uniformity in flavour and convenience when serving multiple guests as the drink’s balance of ingredients make it ideal for large batch serving. Careful dilution and ingredient proportions are crucial in preventing the drink’s unique qualities from being lost or overpowered, ensuring rapid pouring without compromising the intended balance.

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Ingredients (serves 5)

150 ml gin 150 ml fresh lemon juice 120 ml simple syrup 600 ml chilled soda water Ice cubes Lemon wheels and cherries, for garnish

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Step 1

In a jug, mix gin, fresh lemon juice and simple syrup to achieve a balanced mixture for consistent flavour distribution.

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Step 2

Refrigerate the mix for a minimum of 30-45 minutes to keep the cocktail chilled, prior to serving.

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Step 3

Fill individual serving glasses with ice cubes, to ensure proper chilling while keeping the cocktail’s structure intact.

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Step 4

Distribute the pre-mixed base in equal amounts, leaving space to top each glass with chilled soda water.

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Step 5

Add a lemon wheel and cherry to garnish, for visual contrast and presentation. *Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.