#286 Cocktail: Tom Collins

    One of the oldest cocktails. First memorialized in writing in 1876 by Jerry Thomas, "the father of American mixology", this "gin and sparkling lemonade" drink is typically served in a Collins glass over ice. A "Collins mix" can be bought premixed at stores and enjoyed alone (like a soft drink) or with gin.
     There's a lot to say about this drink, and if I would put all here, would be a loooooong post. So I will keep this short.

2 1/2 ounces gin

1 ounce fresh lemon juice

3/4 ounce simple syrup

soda