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Gin Rickey

The profile opens on dry, citrus and refreshing. What follows is a lean, light body with a light in strength centre.

DryCitrusRefreshing
APPROX. ABV
13%
STRENGTH
2/5
DRINKABILITY
5/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness1
Bitterness0
Sourness4
Strength2
Body1
Drinkability5
Fruity2
Herbal1
Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Gin

20 ml Modifier

20 ml Citrus or vermouth

Method
Shake with ice and strain.
Glass
Highball or wine glass
Garnish
Citrus twist or wheel
Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Seafood
02Salads

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

UNDERSTAND THE STYLE

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