Ciroc Red Ricky
Pucker up for this sweet n' sassy sipper! A mouthwatering combo of Cîroc Red Berry and lemon-lime soda on the rocks with a cherry...lip-smacking good!
Ingredients
50ml
Ciroc Red Berry
125ml
Lemon-lime soda
1
Long Lime Twist (Garnish)
0 units of alcohol per serve
Equipment
1
Highball Glass
1
Ice Scoop
1
Jigger
1
Bar Spoon
1
Tongs
Serves:
Method
Preparation
- Build in a Highball Glass over Ice.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a Long Lime twist.
Alcohol content
Alcohol content
16 g per serve
Interesting Facts
The Rickey was named after a lobbyist named Colonel Joe Rickey, who was known for drinking bourbon with soda and a squeeze of lime.
History of Drink
The Rickey cocktail is a classic drink with a rich history that dates to the late 19th Century. It was invented in Washington, D.C. by a bartender named George A. Williamson, who was looking for a refreshing and easy-to-drink cocktail to serve during the hot and humid summers in the capital.
The original recipe for the Rickey cocktail included bourbon, lime juice and soda water – it was an instant hit among politicians and lobbyists in D.C. who were looking for a cool and refreshing drink to enjoy during the long, hot days of summer.
The Rickey was named after a lobbyist named Colonel Joe Rickey, who was known for drinking bourbon with soda and a squeeze of lime. His love of this refreshing drink helped to popularize the cocktail and cement its place in American cocktail culture.
