Gin Rickey Recipe (Low Calorie!) - Simple Joy (2024)

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It seems like the older I get the more I’m looking for co*cktails that are delicious and refreshing, but aren’t overly sweet. That is, perhaps, why I love this Gin Rickey so very much. A highball drink that dates back to the 1900s, you just can’t go wrong with the classic gin rickey recipe.

It also doesn’t hurt that doesn’t break the calorie bank for just one co*cktail. This delicious gin rickey recipe is only 138 calories per glass. You will love the cool crisp taste of this delicious drink!

How to Make a Gin Rickey

This is a brief overview of how simple this co*cktail is. In fact it is so easy, you really don’t even need instructions. For the full measurements, see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
2. Add the gin and lime juice. See my recommendations below.
3. Top with club soda. Give the co*cktail a light stir to combine everything and enjoy!

Gin for Gin Rickey

When looking for gin to use in a co*cktail, there are a number of great options at different price points. While all of these options are fantastic, consider that gin is a focal point of this co*cktail, so you really want to pick one that you love.

• My number one pick for gin is always Bombay Sapphire. It is just a personal preference, and fortunately it tends to be on the lower end when it comes to price.
• If you are looking to go all out for gin, you will want to consider Monkey 47. It is a high end gin.
• If you want to get quality gin at a lower price point, look at Hendrick’s and Tanqueray.

Gin and Tonic Vs. Gin Rickey

As I mentioned, a Gin Rickey co*cktail is basically just the lighter, lower calorie version of theGin and Tonic. Instead of using tonic water, which is sweetened, we are using club soda. Then to add another layer of flavor, we are adding some fresh lime juice.

Variations and Substitutions

With a recipe as simple as this, you can dress up your Gin Rickey a million different ways.

• Use flavored sparkling water instead of club soda. There are some really great flavors out there that will pair perfectly with the lime and gin.
• In summertime, juice up a watermelon! Lime and watermelon go great together as we know from my Watermelon Margarita. Throwing in a splash of watermelon juice here is a fun way to change it up.
• Muddle some fruit with the lime juice. Not only will it add some fun flavor to your drink, it will add a bit of color. Strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries would all be great choices.

Other Low Calorie co*cktails

If you are looking to enjoy a co*cktail on the weekend without over-doing the sugar in your diet, here are some other great options.

• Vodka Soda
• Paloma
• White Wine Spritzer
• Low Calorie Mojito

If you try this amazing gin co*cktail or any of my other drinks, leave me a comment and let me know!

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• French 75 Recipe
• Moscow Mule with Gin
• Gin Fizz