Lime Rickey Recipe

Here s a bubbly drink that s equally as refreshing as a cocktail or mocktail the lime rickey this refreshing drink is a cousin of the classic gin rickey though some people consider it the same drink others say the lime version is a virgin drink whatever your definition we ve got a recipe

A lime rickey is a fizzy tart non alcoholic drink made with fresh lime juice simple syrup and seltzer it 39 s the perfect refreshing summer drink

At its most basic a lime rickey is a sparkling limeade traditionally made into an alcoholic drink with the addition of gin you can mix and match different spirits and season it to taste with sweetener or add fresh fruits to make this summer drink your own

A beloved new england favorite the raspberry lime rickey is a popular refreshing fizzy and non alcoholic drink that was once a staple of old fashioned drug store counters where you could wash down an egg salad sandwich with a tall glass of icy sweet bubbles and buy a box of band aids all in one place

To make a lime rickey you combine the base ingredients of lime juice and sugar or syrup mix well then stir in soda water the glass is usually garnished with a lime wedge or twist my recipe starts with dropping a fresh quartered lime and some sugar into my cocktail shaker then it s time to muddle

This lime rickey recipe is refreshing and easy to make you can drink it with gin or bourbon or make your own virgin rickey cocktail

Our modern day version is a non alcoholic lime rickey cocktail filled with ice and a lime wedge it s refreshing citrusy and the flavor of lime lingers on your tongue here is everything you need to know about this super easy to make drink

Instructions in a small sauce pan combine the sugar and water and heat over medium heat stirring frequently until the sugar is dissolved into the water for this small volume it only takes a minute or two remove from heat and set aside to cool

8 oz club soda a refreshing non alcoholic version of the classic cocktail this lime rickey offers up a bit of sweet cold lime heaven this recipe was shared with us by tyla fowler from

Directions prepare simple syrup by boiling 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water until sugar dissolves cool add lime juice add bitters to taste if desired tint a delicate green color pour over ice in tall glasses add corbonated water garnish with thin slices of oranges or a cherry

Directions prepare simple syrup by boiling 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water until sugar dissolves cool add lime juice add bitters to taste if desired tint a delicate green color pour over ice in tall glasses add corbonated water garnish with thin slices of oranges or a cherry