Lime Rickey Cocktail Recipe

**Servings:** 1

**Total Time:** 5 minutes

**Preparation Time:** 5 minutes

**Overnight Preparation Required:** Not Applicable 

**Cooking Time:** Not Applicable 

### Tools
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger (measuring tool)
- Highball glass
- Stirring spoon
- Citrus juicer

### Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Club soda
- Ice
- Lime wedge or wheel for garnish

### Instructions

1. **Prepare the Ingredients:**
    - Juice the lime to get 1 oz of fresh lime juice.
    - Measure out the gin using a jigger.

2. **Mix the Drink:**
    - Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
    - Add the gin, lime juice, and simple syrup (if using) to the shaker.

3. **Shake and Pour:**
    - Shake the mixture well until it’s chilled.
    - Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.

4. **Top and Garnish:**
    - Top off the drink with club soda.
    - Stir gently to combine.
    - Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel.

### Health Benefits
- **Hydration:** The club soda helps keep you hydrated.
- **Vitamin C:** Fresh lime juice provides a good dose of vitamin C, which is great for your immune system.

### Keywords
Alc Drks, Lime Rickey, Gin Cocktail, Refreshing Drink, Summer Cocktail

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