South Side Rickey
- Emma Payne

- Aug 6
- 1 min read
When the sun’s out and the heat is on, nothing beats a drink that’s crisp, cool, and bursting with freshness. The South Side Rickey is exactly that — a zesty blend of gin, lime, and mint, topped with the signature fizz of SodaSwap sparkling water.
Light, aromatic, and effortlessly refreshing, it’s the kind of cocktail that keeps you coming back for just one more sip. Whether you’re relaxing in the backyard or hosting friends, this is the perfect warm-weather refresher.
INGREDIENTS

60ml dry gin
30ml fresh lime juice
15ml sugar syrup
6-8 fresh mint leaves
Sparkling water
Ice
Mint and lime wedges for garnish
DIRECTIONS
Add the gin, lime juice, sugar syrup, and mint leaves to a cocktail shaker
Fill with ice and shake well, until chilled
Strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice
Top with sparkling water for a crisp, fizzy finish
Garnish with extra mint and a lime wedge
Serve immediately and enjoy

The South Side Rickey proves that the best cocktails are often the simplest — fresh ingredients, a splash of spirit, and the perfect bubbles to tie it all together. With SodaSwap CO₂ giving it that extra sparkle, this drink delivers maximum refreshment with minimal effort. So, grab your shaker, pour yourself a glass, and toast to sunny days, good company, and fresh fizz done right.








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