gin rickey
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of gin rickey
An Americanism dating back to 1890–95
Example Sentences
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What’s the point, you ask, of a gin rickey without any gin?
From Seattle Times
The Rat Pack goofed around here, studio moguls kept second homes, even F. Scott Fitzgerald had a house where he hammered out screenplays between gin rickeys.
From Los Angeles Times
For something a little different, try serving one simple, signature drink at the party, such as apple sangria, cape codders and gin rickeys.
From US News
She's making a gin rickey with li hing powder, a sweet and tart dried plum powder popular in her home state.
From Washington Post
My favourite is New Columbia Distillers, which has created three gins, including a spring/summer one that makes a mean gin rickey.
From The Guardian
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