Sip away the winter chill with this simple Coconut Collins recipe! Crafted with Gin, lemon juice, coconut cream, coconut syrup and club soda, this refreshing cocktail is ideal for frosty evenings.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 282
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin
- 1 oz lemon juice
- 1 oz unsweetened coconut cream
- ⅔ oz coconut syrup
- 3-4 oz soda water - to top up
- Lemon wheel - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Collins or Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Cocktail Shaker
- Cocktail Strainer
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill a Collins glass with ice cubes. Give it a quick stir to chill well and set it aside.
- Add Coconut Syrup: Measure and pour ⅔ oz coconut syrup into the shaker.
- Add Lime Juice: Add 1 oz lemon juice.
- Add Coconut Cream: Add 1 oz unsweetened coconut cream as well.
- Add Gin: Finally, add 2 oz Gin to the mix.
- Shake Well: Fill the shaker with ice, close it and give it a good shake (10-15 seconds).
- Strain: Take the Collins glass and use the cocktail strainer to remove any excess water inside. Add more ice if necessary and strain the drink from the shaker into the ice filled glass.
- Top-up with Club Soda: Top-up with approx. 3-4 oz soda water and stir gently to combine (adjust to taste and to the size of the glass).
- Garnish: Finally, place a lemon wheel on the rim of the glass for garnish. Serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Gin: If you're out of Gin, vodka can be a good substitute, although it will alter the flavor profile slightly. For a more tropical twist, try using rum instead - it pairs very well with coconut!
- Fresh Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed juice is always the best option, but bottled juice will work as well if you’re out of fresh lemons. Lime juice can also do the trick.
- Coconut Syrup: You can use cane sugar syrup as a substitute. It’s really easy to make at home: simply mix equal parts cane sugar and water over low heat. Mix well to dissolve the sugar completely and let it cool down to room temperature before using. Honey syrup (2 parts honey to 1 part warm water) or agave nectar can also be used as natural sweeteners.
- Unsweetened Coconut Cream: You can also use coconut milk to make this recipe. Sweetened coconut cream is also an option, but in that case you will probably have to lower the quantity of coconut syrup or even omit it. Give it a try without syrup first and add some later on if you fancy a sweeter drink.
- Club Soda: You can use coconut water as a substitute if you’re looking for a different, even more “coconutty” twist on this cocktail.
Making a Pitcher of Coconut Collins:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of Gin, 8 oz of fresh lemon juice, 8 oz of coconut cream and 5 ½ oz of coconut syrup.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Gin, lemon juice, coconut syrup, and coconut cream. Add ice and stir well.
- Serve: Strain to remove the ice, pour into ice filled Collins glasses and top up with a dash of club soda. Garnish each glass with a lime wheel and serve immediately. If you have some leftovers, be sure to keep it in the fridge (make sure no ice cubes are left inside) in an airtight container.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute; several brands are available that mimic the botanical flavors of Gin.
- Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic substitute instead of the regular Gin, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
The Coconut Collins cocktail is naturally vegan as it doesn't contain any animal products. Most spirits, including gin, are vegan-friendly. Just ensure your syrup is vegan (some sugars are processed over bone char) or use agave nectar as a substitute. With this minor adjustment, you can follow the original steps and enjoy a vegan Coconut Collins.What is a Coconut Collins?
A Coconut Collins is a gin-based cocktail made of gin, coconut syrup, coconut cream, fresh lime juice, and just a dash of soda water. This refreshing drink is relatively easy to make as it only requires mixing these ingredients in the right proportions. It’s a tropical twist on the classic Tom Collins cocktail, adding an exotic touch with coconut cream and syrup.
What is a Coconut Collins made of – The ingredients
To put together a Coconut Collins, these are the ingredients you need:
- Coconut Syrup: Adds a rich and sweet coconut flavor, providing the tropical essence of the cocktail.
- Coconut Cream: Enhances the drink’s texture with a creamy consistency while boosting the coconut flavor.
- Gin: The base spirit of the drink, it adds complexity with its botanical notes.
- Lime Juice: Brings acidity and brightness to balance the sweetness of other ingredients.
- Club Soda: Adds carbonation to the drink, making it refreshing and light.
- Ice Cubes: Essential for chilling and slightly diluting the mixture, ensuring the cocktail is served cold and well-balanced.
- Lemon Wheel (for garnish, optional): Adds a decorative touch and a hint of fresh citrus aroma.
