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The Rickey is an American highball made with a base spirit, fresh lime, and carbonated water. The original drink is generally associated with Washington, D.C., where bartender George A. Williamson is credited with making it for lobbyist Joe Rickey in 1883; bourbon was the original spirit, and the lime was squeezed into the glass and left in it. Unlike a sour, the classic Rickey contains no added sugar, giving it a dry, tart profile.
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How good is Rickey?
Rickey scores 6.72/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Cocktail category.
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See our alternatives page for Rickey for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Jack and Coke, Egg Nog, Whiskey Cobbler.
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