Tequila/Mezcal
Tequila Rickey
The Rickey format's agave version — dry, tart, no sugar.
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Origin
A modern tequila application of the same no-sugar Rickey format — no single credited inventor.
Flavour Profile
Good for tequila's character without any sweetness. Not for someone who wants a sweet tequila drink like a Margarita.
Glass & Garnish
Highball, full of ice.
Ingredients
- Tequila2 oz
- Fresh lime juice0.5 oz
- Soda water~4 oz, to top
Method
- Fill highball with ice.
- Add tequila and lime.
- Top with soda, stir once.
Notes
No sugar — the defining trait of every Rickey here. Pairs well with light Mexican snacks.
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