This Lavender Collins is a light, citrusy update on the classic Tom Collins. Bright gin (or non-alcoholic gin for a mocktail), fresh lime juice, and a touch of lavender simple syrup are topped with club soda or sparkling water for an aromatic, refreshing drink. Choose a clean London dry gin for a crisp finish or a more floral option like Hendrick’s if you prefer a fragrant profile.
This version keeps the familiar balance of sweet, tart, and botanical flavors while adding a gentle floral note from the lavender syrup. It’s an easy cocktail to make for holiday gatherings, casual dinners, or when you want a pretty, low-effort sip. If you enjoy lavender flavors, consider exploring other lavender recipes in this collection.
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Recipe notes
I often use non-alcoholic gin to keep this drink bright and alcohol-free, but regular gin works great too. The mocktail option makes this a perfect choice for Dry January or any time you want a spirit-free beverage.
This recipe is written for a single drink and works well with either homemade lavender simple syrup or a good-quality store-bought version. To assemble: pour the ingredients into a glass, stir gently, add ice, and top with sparkling water. You can also shake the base ingredients with ice and strain into a glass if you prefer a slightly frosted texture.
Mocktail trend
Non-alcoholic options have improved a lot in recent years. I found a wide selection of NA beers, wines, mocktails, and spirits at my local BevMo, and the alcohol-free gins are especially impressive—great for creating balanced, grown-up mocktails.
Since I stopped drinking alcohol, I’ve noticed improvements in sleep and overall wellbeing. You can still enjoy sophisticated mixed drinks without alcohol; this Lavender Collins is one delicious example.
Is non-alcoholic gin actually no alcohol?
Non-alcoholic gin is made by infusing botanicals—juniper, coriander, citrus peel, cardamom, and other aromatics—to capture gin’s flavor profile, then removing or avoiding fermentation so the final product contains little to no alcohol. It provides the botanical character of gin without the alcohol content.
Lavender recipes
If you love lavender, try other recipes that highlight its floral notes, from drinks to sweets and preserves. Lavender pairs beautifully with citrus, berries, and creamy desserts.
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Lavender Collins
Debi
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Ingredients
- 2 ounces gin Use non-alcoholic gin or your favorite spirit
- ½ ounces lavender simple syrup
- ½ ounces fresh lime juice
- 4 ounces carbonated water or club soda
- Garnish: lime twist and a sprig of culinary lavender
Instructions
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Combine the gin, lavender simple syrup, and fresh lime juice in a glass and stir gently. Add ice and top with carbonated water to taste. Garnish with a lime twist and a sprig of culinary lavender. Serve in a rocks glass.
Notes
Adjust the amount of simple syrup to suit your preferred sweetness.
If you prefer, shake the gin, syrup, and lime with ice and strain into a glass, then top with sparkling water.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate and will vary based on brands, measurements, and portion sizes.