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Whiskey Collins

By Ed Kenny
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Photo by Chelsea Kyle

This riff on a Tom Collins calls for Japanese whisky, which is known for being exceptionally balanced and smooth. Your favorite Scotch whisky is a good substitute.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

1/3 cup sugar
2 cups Japanese whisky (such as Nikka or Suntory)
1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5 lemons)
1 12-ounce can club soda
Lemon twists (optional; for serving)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine sugar and 1/3 cup water in a jar. Cover; shake until sugar dissolves. Combine syrup, whisky, lemon juice, and club soda in a large pitcher. Add 8 cups ice; stir until ice begins to melt, about 1 minute. Serve over ice, garnished with lemon twists, if desired.

    Step 2

    DO AHEAD: Syrup can be made 3 months ahead; cover and chill.

TagsCocktailAlcoholBeveragesWhiskeyLemonCitrusFruitNut FreeGluten FreeDairy FreeEasyQuick30 Minutes or Less5 Ingredients or FewerBon Appétit
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