Ingredients

  • 2 ozLondon dry gin
  • ¾ ozfresh lime juice(freshly squeezed)
  • 4 ozsoda water(chilled)
  • 🍋lime wheel(garnish)

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Instructions

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
  2. Add gin and fresh lime juice.
  3. Top with cold soda water.
  4. Stir gently once to combine.
  5. Garnish with a lime wheel.

📜 History

The Rickey was created in Washington D.C. in the 1880s originally made with bourbon. The Gin Rickey version became popular during Prohibition as a refreshing low-sweetness option. It was featured in The Great Gatsby.

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