Cocktails

Thyme Collins

Thyme Collins is an alcoholic cocktail built on Citrus-Flavored Vodka. It leans citrus, herbal and aromatic. Served in a Collins Glass. Expect about 8.5% ABV and roughly 330 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic8.5% ABV6 ingredients

At a Glance

330 kcalCalories

8.5%ABV

46.6gSugar

47.9gCarbs

1.42Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 6 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

2.0 ozCitrus-flavored vodkaBase Spirit
1.0 ozMint syrupSweetener
1.0 ozFresh lemon juiceJuice
1.0 ozThyme sprigOther
3.0 ozBitter lemon sodaMixer
2.0 ozLong thyme sprigsOther

Tools:Mixing Glass

How to Make It

Put first four ingredients in mixing glass, add ice, and shake well.Shaken
Strain into ice-filled Collins glass.Strain
Top with bitter lemon soda and stir briefly.Stirred
Garnish with long thyme sprigs.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass: Collins Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Herbal Aromatic

Supporting notes

Tart Bitter Sweet Earthy

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Noticeably sweet
Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

Seafood Ceviche Salads

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Not enough information

Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Fresh Lemon Juice1.0 oz

Lime JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if the drink tastes too sharp.
What changes: Lime juice can usually replace lemon juice, but the drink becomes sharper and more tropical.

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Thyme Collins?: The Thyme Collins is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 8.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 330 calories.
What does a Thyme Collins taste like?: Thyme Collins has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Herbal, Aromatic, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Thyme Collins?: Thyme Collins pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Thyme Collins?: The Thyme Collins has an ABV of approximately 8.5%. That's approximately 1.42 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 330 kcal, 46.6g sugar, 47.9g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Thyme Collins typically served?: Thyme Collins is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Thyme Collins?: If you enjoy Thyme Collins, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Thyme Collins at home?: Yes. The Thyme Collins uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved to prepare at home. You will need a Collins Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Thyme Collins with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.