RecipesPolo LoungeSUMMER COLLINS

Summer Collins Recipe

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Jan 02 2026

40m

Serves 1

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Recipe information

Make Summer Collins in just 40m. Lemon-Basil Syrup, Basil Leaves, Fever-Tree Soda Water

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Ingredients

Lemon-Basil Syrup

Summer Collins Assembly

Preparation

Lemon-Basil Syrup

1. Make the Lemon-Basil Syrup

In a saucepan, combine 240 ml water, 180 ml granulated sugar, 60 ml fresh lemon juice, and the zest of one lemon. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to infuse. Remove from heat, add 8 torn basil leaves, cover and steep for 15 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh into a clean container. Chill the syrup completely before using.

Summer Collins Assembly

2. Prepare the glass

Fill a tall Collins glass with ice cubes.

3. Build the drink

Pour 60 ml fresh lemon juice and 180 ml Lemon-Basil Syrup into the glass. Stir well to combine.

4. Top with soda

Top with 180 ml Fever-Tree Soda Water. Stir gently to combine, releasing the aroma of basil.

5. Garnish and serve

Garnish with a fresh basil sprig and a lemon wheel. Serve immediately.

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