Revolution Rickey Cocktail Recipe
This is a cocktail that brings together gin, lime, and club soda, but with a little patriotic flair. The Revolution Rickey keeps the spirit of the classic but adds its own twist, making it a fun choice for summer parties or even those quirky history-themed get-togethers.
Equipment
- Highball glass
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Bar spoon
- Citrus juicer
- Knife and cutting board
- Ice bucket
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin preferably American-made
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- 3-4 oz club soda
- 1 lime wedge for garnish
- Fresh mint sprig optional
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Fill your highball glass with ice cubes. Don’t skimp on the ice.
- Pour in the gin.
- Add the lime juice and simple syrup.
- Give it a gentle stir with your bar spoon—don’t go wild, just enough to mix.
- Top off with club soda. Pour slowly so you don’t lose that fizz.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and, if you’re feeling it, a mint sprig.
Notes
This one’s a hit at Fourth of July parties or anything with a history vibe. If you’re making drinks for a crowd, batch the gin, lime juice, and syrup together, then add club soda to each glass as you serve.
For a booze-free version, swap the gin for cucumber water or a non-alcoholic gin. Serve it right away—the bubbles are best when fresh.
Fun fact: The original Rickey (born in Washington DC in the 1880s) used bourbon, but gin took over during Prohibition. Funny how trends change, right?