If you are not native to the east coast, you may not know about Raspberry Lime Rickeys. We are here to teach you all about this summertime favorite and go over how to make it right from your own home. Make Raspberry Lim Rickeys a staple piece in your home with just a few simple steps and ingredients!

How to Make Raspberry Lime Rickey

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Can You Make It Alcoholic?

Of course! Almost any drink can always be tweaked to add alcohol. To make a Raspberry Lime Rickey alcoholic, add 2 ounces of your favorite vodka or gin to your glass after your lime juice. You'll then want to stir the glass a little bit to mix your ingredients together before topping it with your homemade sparkling water. And there you have it! You've now made yourself a Raspberry Lime Rickey Cocktail. Enjoy responsibly!

Can You Use Other Fruits?

If you want to get creative and use other fruits for your Rickey, go right ahead! Some popular options are strawberries, watermelon, blueberries, or even mango. Get as creative as you'd like with this recipe and make it yours. Depending on the fruit of choice though, we do recommend subbing your citrus for lemon for a better pairing. To each their own!

Can I Batch Make This Recipe?

Absolutely! To make a large pitcher of your Raspberry Lime Rickey, simply add 1 cup of your raspberry syrup, 3/4 cup of lime juice, and 48 ounces of homemade sparkling water to a large serving pitcher and lightly mix together.

What's The History Behind Raspberry Lime Rickeys?

Raspberry Lime Rickeys have been a staple on the east coast since the late 19th century. During the Civil War, Colonel Joseph Rickey moved to Washington D.C. to become a lobbyist. Due to his expertise in governmental affairs, he made friends with politicians and often met them for drinks in local bars. He regularly ordered a drink made with bourbon or whiskey, seltzer water, lemon, and ice. Because of his frequent orders, the drink became known as the "Joe Rickey" in the 1800s among bartenders and bar-goers.

When the prohibition hit, the growing "Joe Rickey" became illegal as did every alcoholic beverage men and women enjoyed. This, however, did not stop this beverage from being adapted and consumed. Many found this beverage tasted just as good without alcohol and so forth birthed the mocktail version. Replacing the lemon juice with lime made this drink a refreshing twist on a once-classic. New Yorkers developed this drink further by using cherry syrup and New Englander's raspberry syrup. Its "Joe Rickey" name evolved into the well-known Raspberry Lime Rickey that many families around New England thoroughly enjoy and always have around during the hot summer season.

How Do I Make Sparkling Water From Home?

Making sparkling water from home has never been easier! With so many soda machines on the market to choose from, you can't go wrong. Once you purchase your soda machine, make sure you also buy 2 CO2 canisters to go along with it. This is the fuel your soda machine will need in order to make all your bubbly dreams come true. Carbonating water from home takes less than 10 seconds and uses 0 plastic waste. If you haven't already purchased a soda maker, we highly encourage you to make the switch to a more affordable and sustainable future.

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