Hey there, cocktail lovers! Welcome back to Just Shake or Stir. Today, we will explore two refreshing and delicious cocktails: the classic Tom Collins and a delightful twist, the Pear Elderflower Collins.

First, let's start with Tom Collins. This timeless cocktail has been a favourite for generations and is incredibly easy to make.

TOM COLLINS

• 60ml / 2oz Dry London Gin

• 30ml / 1oz Lemon Juice

• 15ml / .5oz Sugar Syrup

• Soda Water to top up

• Lemon wheel and cherry for garnish

METHOD:

1. Combine the gin, lemon juice, and sugar syrup in a shaker with ice.

2. Shake well and strain into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice.

3. Top with club soda and garnish with a lemon wheel and cherry.

Now, let's move on to our Pear Elderflower Collins. This delightful variation adds a touch of fruity sweetness and floral notes to the classic recipe.

PEAR ELDERFLOWER COLLINS

• 1/2 Poached Pear with Lavender***

• 15ml / .5oz Elderflower Liqueur

• 5ml / Bar Spoon Pear Liqueur (optional)

• 60ml / 2oz London Dry Gin

• 5ml / .5oz Sugar Syrup (or honey syrup)

• 30ml / 1oz Lemon Juice

• 30ml / 1oz Pear & Lavender Sweet Water***

• Soda Water to top up

METHOD:

1. Combine the gin, pear & lavender sweet water, pear liqueur, elderflower liqueur, sugar syrup and lemon juice in a shaker with ice. 

2. Shake well and strain into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice. 

3. Top with club soda and garnish with a thin pear slice. 

***Watch the second video below to learn how to make the Poached Pears and the Pear & Lavender Sweet Water. Enjoy!