Gin / Built
John Collins
Make John Collins with Gin, Fresh Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup. Follow the measured ingredients below, then use Recipe Lab to record and compare your own version.
Ingredients
Metric measures · IBA reference
- 45 ml Gin
- 30 ml Fresh Lemon Juice
- 15 ml Simple Syrup
- 60 ml Soda Water
Preparation
Build gin, citrus and syrup over ice in a highball. Add soda and mix lightly.
Garnish
Finish with lemon slice and maraschino cherry.
Before your next pour
IBA reference specification. Follow the listed measures; brands and ingredient batches can change the finished balance.
Measure accurately and compare trials at the same serving temperature. In Recipe Lab, record ingredient brands, syrup strength and the single adjustment you want to test.
IBA specification ↗ · Reviewed 4 October 2026