Cocktail recipe

Vodka Rickey

Vodka Rickey combines Vodka with lime juice and Soda Water, finishing with a lively, refreshing lift.

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Vodka Rickey

Description

The Vodka Rickey is all about the brisk bite of lime and cold soda. With no syrup in the recipe, there’s little between the citrus and the clean vodka base, and the lemon twist works mainly on the nose. Choose it when you want a dry, tart long drink.

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Vodka
  • 20 ml lime juice
  • 90 ml Soda Water
  • Ice
  • Lemon twist

Equipment needed

Bar Spoon – Used to stir the drink smoothly with ice before serving. Muddler – Useful for gently pressing herbs, fruit or sugar when building the drink.

Instructions

  1. Fill a highball glass with fresh ice.
  2. Add the vodka and fresh lime juice.
  3. Top with soda water and stir gently.
  4. Garnish with lime.

Recommended glassware

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass (Recommended)

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Highball Glass
Highball Glass

A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

240–350 ml Tall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.

Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.

Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.

Quick facts

5 minutes Easy Approx. 16% ABV 0.3 alcohol units 255 kcal Fresh ice
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