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Lime Rickey
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Lime Rickey

make it non-alcoholic by omitting the gin or vodka
Course: Drinks

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces gin or vodka omit for virgin cocktail
  • 2 ounces lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon superfine sugar or to taste
  • 4 ounces club soda or seltzer water
  • Lime wheels and/or mint leaves for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
  • In a separate cup, combine the lime juice and sugar until the sugar dissolves completely.
  • Pour the lime juice mixture into the glass of ice cubes and stir gently to mix well.
  • Top off with club soda or seltzer water, stirring gently once more after adding it in order to distribute evenly throughout the drink.
  • Garnish with fresh lime wheels and/or mint leaves if desired before serving immediately chilled!