Gin Rickey
A gin highball with lime juice and a little simple syrup, topped with club soda. It is tart, off-dry, and moderately strong at about 15% ABV.
Steps
6
Short shake all the ingredients (except the club soda) with 3 ice cubes, then strain into a highball glass filled with ice cubes. Top with club soda. Garnish with the lime wedge.
Total liquid~99 g
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Volume185 ml
Strength15 % vol.
Alcohol28 ml (22 g)70 ml de vodka (40 %)2.5 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar9.6 g (5.2%)2.5 sucres en cube
Acidity0.96%
Sweet vs sourTart
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Gin Rickey