Refresh yourself with our Jenever Collins recipe! Combine Jenever, lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water for a light summer drink.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 196
Ingredients
- 2 oz Jenever
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- Soda water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slice or twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball Glass
- Shaker
- Strainer
- Measuring Jigger
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes, stir and set it aside.
- Add Simple Syrup: Add ¾ oz simple syrup to the shaker.
- Add Lemon Juice: Measure and add 1 oz fresh lemon juice to the mix.
- Add Jenever: Pour 2 oz Jenever into the shaker.
- Add Ice: Fill your shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake: Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
- Strain: Strain your drink into the highball glass over fresh ice.
- Top with Soda Water: Fill the rest of the glass with soda water.
- Garnish: Place a lemon slice or twist into the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Jenever: If you don't have Jenever, I've found that gin works well as an alternative, though it gives a slightly different flavor profile. Vodka can also be used for a cleaner taste.
- Lemon Juice: Lime juice can substitute lemon juice with a tangier drink.
- Simple Syrup: You can make your own by dissolving equal parts sugar and water over low heat or using honey syrup for a richer flavor.
Making a Pitcher of Jenever Collins:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of Jenever, 8 oz of lemon juice, and 6 oz of simple syrup. Combine the Jenever, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a large pitcher. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled highball glasses, top with soda water, garnish with a lemon slice or twist, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Jenever Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute; these are available and mimic the botanical flavors quite well.
- Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic substitute instead of Jenever, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
What is a Jenever Collins?
A Jenever Collins is a jenever-based cocktail made with Jenever, lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water. It’s easy to make because it involves basic mixing techniques. This drink offers a refreshing twist with its malty flavor profile unique to Jenever.
What is a Jenever Collins made of – The ingredients
Assemble these ingredients for your Jenever Collins:
- Jenever: Delivers a unique malty and botanical flavor to the cocktail.
- Lemon juice Provides a bright, tangy citrus note that balances the sweetness.
- Simple Syrup: Adds sweetness to enhance and round out the flavors.
- Soda Water: Adds bubbles, making the drink light and refreshing.
- Ice Cubes: Cools the cocktail and slightly dilutes it for a smoother sip.
- Lemon Slice or Twist (optional): Offers a visual garnish and a subtle citrus flavor.
