Long Drink
Gin Rickey
How to make a Gin Rickey - the zesty, unsweetened longdrink of gin, fresh lime juice and soda. A refreshing summer recipe to mix at home.
4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Highball glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Gin Rickey is a refreshingly lean longdrink from Washington, D.C., that was already popular at the end of the 19th century. Without any sweetness, it relies entirely on the interplay of gin, fresh lime and sparkling soda. An ideal thirst-quencher for hot summer days.
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Add gin and fresh lime juice.
- Top up with soda water.
- Stir briefly with a bar spoon.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and serve.
Garnish: Lime wedge
Pro tip: The Gin Rickey is traditionally made without sugar - squeeze the spent lime half directly into the glass so the oils from the peel also reach the drink.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the Gin Rickey unsweetened?
The Gin Rickey deliberately skips sugar or syrup. It lives solely on the freshness of the lime and the zest of the soda, which makes it especially lean and thirst-quenching.
How does the Gin Rickey differ from the Tom Collins?
The Tom Collins contains sugar syrup and lemon juice and is noticeably sweeter. The Gin Rickey uses lime and goes without sweetness.
Can I make the Gin Rickey with other spirits?
Yes, the original Rickey was mixed with bourbon. The principle of spirit, lime and soda works wonderfully with rum or vodka too.
Ingredients
- Gin5 cl
- Fresh lime juice2 cl
- Soda water10 cl
- Lime wedge1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
