The Easy 2-Ingredient Bourbon Cocktail That Resembles A Summer Classic

The summer Collins features a simple mix of gin and lemonade, but if you want something with a little more flavor, consider the John Collins, made with bourbon whiskey.

A John Collins can be as simple as you want it. Bourbon and lemon juice are the two crucial mixers, and it's often carbonated with soda water and sweetened with a simple syrup.

While gin is neutral, bourbon is stronger with notes of vanilla and oak. A summer Collins is akin to spiked lemonade, while a John Collins is

like a sparkling whiskey sour.

The drink benefits from the Collins cocktail glass, a slender, tall glass with a small opening that allows ice cubes to stack and last longer and intensifies the drink’s aroma.