The Rickey, Classic Cocktail How-To

The Rickey is a category of mixed drinks closely resembling a highball made from a base spirit, half of a lime squeezed and dropped in the glass, and carbonated water. Little or no sugar is added to the Rickey. Originally created with bourbon in Washington, D.C. at Shoomaker's bar by bartender George A. Williamson in the 1880s Recipe: 2 oz. Bourbon, Juice of 1 Lime, Top with Club Soda

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Everyday Drinkers video podcast is all about everyday folks mixing everyday drinks and impressing your friends while expanding your knowledge. You don't have to be a professional bartender to appreciate some basic recipes for some flavorful drinks. It's time to teach your liver how to drink.