The Collins Garden

Highballs & Collinses • May 07, 2026

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A photo of the The Collins Garden cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Freshly squeezed lime juice, Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne), Mint leaves, Club soda in a Collins.

Curiada Ingredients

Other Ingredients

  • 1.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 0.75 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
  • 5.00 fresh Mint leaves
  • 1.333333333 Club soda

Directions

  • Add ice to shaker
  • Add all ingredients to shaker
  • Shake well with ice
  • Fill Collins glass with ice
  • Strain mixture into ice-filled Collins glass
  • Garnish with lime and mint sprigs

Cocktail Description

Think of a mojito that traded its rum for crisp London gin and streamlined its soul.

The Collins Garden is a bright, herbaceous sipper that marries Beefeater's juniper-forward character with fresh mint, tart lime juice, and a gentle sweetness from Giffard's cane syrup, all topped with fizzy club soda. The gin adds a botanical backbone that makes this feel more structured than your typical rum-based refresher, while the mint and lime keep things lively and cooling. This is absolutely a warm-weather drink, perfect for afternoon barbecues, patio gatherings, or any time you want something tall and refreshing that won't weigh you down. Making it requires nothing more than a good shake and a willingness to muddle or gently press some mint, so even beginners can pull this off with confidence. The bright citrus and herbal notes make it a natural partner for lighter fare like grilled shrimp, fish tacos, fresh salads with citrus vinaigrette, or Vietnamese spring rolls. Served over ice in a tall Collins glass and dressed up with lime wheels and mint sprigs, it looks as good as it tastes.