lime gin rickey

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18 Pinches
Kalamazoo, MI
Updated on Jul 20, 2013

We LOVE gin. Many people don't. I developed this recipe for those who aren't "in love" with gin because it capitalizes on the piney flavor of the gin and refreshes at the same time. It's a lovely summer-sitting-on-deck drink.

prep time 5 Min
cook time
method ---
yield 2 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 jiggers - dry gin (i use tangueray)
  • 2 - limes, juiced
  • - ice
  • 1 tablespoon refined sugar
  • - tonic water
  • 2 - lime wedges

How To Make lime gin rickey

  • Step 1
    In a shaker, combine gin, juice and sugar. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds to dissolve the sugar.
  • Step 2
    Fill two highball glasses 3/4 full with crushed ice
  • Step 3
    Pour shaken mixture into two glasses.
  • Step 4
    Add tonic water to fill glasses. Stir vigorously.
  • Step 5
    Garnish with lime wedges. Serve.

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Category: Cocktails
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