Description

Spruce up that classic gin Rickey with some simple syrup, raspberries and freshly squeezed lime juice. You will be glad that you did!

Ingredients

• 1 c. sugar
• 1/2 c. water
• 1 1/2 c. raspberries
• 1 c. freshly squeezed lime juice from washed limes
• 12 oz. gin
• ice
• 1 qt. Seltzer
• 2 limes
• 1 c. sugar
• 1 1/2 c. raspberries, divided
• 1 c. freshly squeezed lime juice from washed limes
• 12 oz. gin
• ice
• 1 qt. Seltzer
• 2 limes, washed and sliced

Steps

1. Simple Syrup:
2. In a medium pot over high heat, bring sugar and water to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves; set aside to cool, about 10 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, muddle 2 raspberries in the bottom of each glass; add 2 T. lime juice, 2 T. reserved simple syrup, and 3 T. gin to each glass. Fill each glass with 1 c. ice; top with 1/2 c. seltzer.