Smirnoff Apple Collins

This twist on the classic Tom Collins recipe is made with Smirnoff Red and apple juice for extra sweetness.

Smirnoff Apple Collins

Ingredients

  • 50ml

    Smirnoff No.21 Vodka

  • 25ml

    Lemon Juice

  • 50ml

    Apple Juice

  • 85ml

    Soda

  • 1

    Apple Slice (Garnish)

  • 1

    Rosemary Sprig (Garnish)

0 units of alcohol per serve

Equipment

  • 1

    Highball Glass

  • 1

    Ice Scoop

  • 1

    Jigger

  • 1

    Bar spoon

  • 1

    Tongs

Serves:
1

Method

  • Preparation
    1. Add all ingredients to an ice-filled Highball Glass.
    2. Stir to combine.
    3. Garnish with an Apple Slice and Rosemary Sprig.
  • Alcohol content

    Alcohol content

    15 g per serve

Interesting facts

The Collins is a classic cocktail that is typically made with a base spirit, most commonly gin, along with lemon juice, sugar and carbonated water. This sour cocktail is served long over ice in a tall, round glass that’s named after the drink itself.

History of the drink

As a classic cocktail, the Collins has become a popular choice among cocktail enthusiasts and is widely recognized for its refreshing taste. Its origins can be traced back to the Limmer's Inn – a dive bar that was a popular haunt among sporting types during the 19th Century. John Collins, who worked as a bartender at the inn, is credited with creating the cocktail that bears his name. The Limmer's Inn, located on Conduit Street in London was well-known for its gin punch as early as 1814. It’s believed that the Collins cocktail may have evolved from this popular drink of the time.