Tom Collins Cocktail Recipe

 



Ingredients (Serves 1)

  • 2 oz (60ml) London Dry Gin

  • ¾ oz (22ml) fresh lemon juice

  • ½ oz (15ml) simple syrup

  • 4 oz (120ml) club soda

  • Ice cubes

Garnish & Presentation

  • Lemon slice (for a bright citrusy touch)

  • Maraschino cherry (adds a pop of color)


Instructions

  1. Fill a Collins Glass: Add ice cubes to a tall Collins glass.

  2. Mix the Base: Pour gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup into the glass.

  3. Top with Bubbles: Gently stir, then top with club soda.

  4. Garnish in a Folk Art Style:

    • Place a lemon slice on the rim for a soft, pastel yellow contrast.

    • Drop in a maraschino cherry for a whimsical, quilt-like pop of red.


Artistic Presentation – Folk Art & Bloomcore Aesthetic 🎨🌸

Visual Style:

  • Pastel hues of soft yellows, gentle pinks, and muted blues.

  • Bold patterns, inspired by vintage quilts and delicate florals.

  • Precise yet dreamy details, blending painting and ceramic motifs.

  • Floating elements (tensegrity-inspired) to give a weightless, magical effect.

Background Elements:

  • A hand-painted ceramic pitcher with floral engravings.

  • Bloomcore-inspired flowers gently woven into the design.

  • A cozy quilt with charming folk patterns beneath the drink.

  • Soft, glowing highlights to enhance the dreamlike quality.


Enjoy Your Enchanting Tom Collins! 🍋🍒✨

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