A classic Tom Collins is a boozy take on lemonade. This variation — served at New York City restaurant Jack's Wife Freda and named for the flamboyant funk bassist Bootsy Collins — amps up the color, flavor, and potency with the addition of Lillet Rouge, a vibrant fortified wine.
Ingredients
- 2 oz. vodka
- 1 oz. fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- 1 oz. simple syrup
- 2 oz. Lillet Rouge, plus more to taste
- Lemon wheels, for garnish
Instructions
Step 1
Combine all ingredients except lemon wheels in an ice-filled shaker. Shake vigorously, and strain into an ice-filled glass. Top off with more Lillet Rouge, if desired. Garnish with lemon wheels.
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