description Rum Rickey Overview
Rum Rickey is a highball built on the structure of the Washington, D.C. Rickey, with rum replacing the drink's more familiar whiskey or gin base. A typical version combines rum, fresh lime juice, and carbonated water over ice, with little or no added sugar. It is a simple mixed drink for people who prefer a light, tart, effervescent cocktail and the flavor of rum.
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What is in a Rum Rickey, and is it sweet?
A Rum Rickey combines rum, fresh lime juice, and carbonated water over ice, with little or no added sugar. It follows the Washington, DC Rickey structure, whose classic versions use gin or bourbon instead of rum.
How is a Rum Rickey different from a Daiquiri?
A Daiquiri is a shaken rum, lime, and sugar drink, while a Rum Rickey is a tall carbonated highball served over ice. The Rickey keeps the rum and lime but normally leaves out the sweetener.
Where did the Rickey cocktail come from?
The Rickey was popularized at Shoomaker's Saloon in Washington, DC, in the late 1880s and is associated with lobbyist Colonel Joe Rickey. Washington, DC officially named it the city's native cocktail in 2011.
Can I make a Rum Rickey with aged rum?
Yes. White rum gives a cleaner lime-and-soda profile, while aged rum adds oak and molasses notes, but the defining structure remains rum, lime, and carbonated water over ice.
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