Raspberry Lime Rickey

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I once planned a backyard get-together and hit a wall. I needed a special drink that wasn’t complicated. Something everyone could sip on, not just the adults.

I wanted it to be bubbly, beautiful, and full of fresh flavor. That’s when I found this perfect raspberry lime rickey. It became my go-to recipe for any gathering.

This drink is so refreshing with its sweet berry taste and a sharp, zesty lime finish. It looks impressive, but is secretly one of the easiest drinks you will ever make.

What is a Raspberry Lime Rickey?

It is a classic, bubbly non-alcoholic drink. Fresh raspberries and zesty lime juice come together with fizzy soda water. It is sweet, tart, and so very refreshing on a warm day.

Why You’ll Love Raspberry Lime Rickey?

This drink is so simple and quick for you to make.
It uses fresh ingredients for the best, most delicious flavor.
You can easily change the sweetness to your personal taste.
It looks beautiful and is perfect for serving to your guests.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Fresh raspberries: I use bright, plump raspberries. They give you the sweetest juice and the best bright pink color.
Fresh limes: You need the juice from fresh limes. It provides that zesty, tangy kick that makes this drink special.
Sugar: A little bit of sugar helps you balance the tart lime and brings out the berry sweetness.
Club soda: I like to use cold club soda. It adds that fun, fizzy bubble that completes your perfect drink.

How to Make a Raspberry Lime Rickey?

First, you will make a simple raspberry sauce. Then you just mix everything together in a glass with lots of ice for a refreshing drink.

Step 1: Mash the berries and sugar. In a small bowl, add sugar and your fresh raspberries. After both gently mash with a muddler or fork. Let them sit for a few minutes. This helps the juices come out.

Step 2: Add the lime juice. Squeeze fresh lime juice right into your raspberry mixture. Give it a good stir to combine all those wonderful flavors.

Step 3: Build your drink. Fill a tall glass with ice. Spoon your raspberry and lime mixture over the top of the ice. Watch the pretty syrup drip down.

Step 4: Top with soda. Slowly pour cold club soda over everything. The bubbles will mix all the flavors. Garnish with a lime wheel and a few fresh raspberries.

Tips for the Best Raspberry Lime Rickey

Here are my favorite little tricks that I use to make this drink taste absolutely perfect every single time.

Use the freshest raspberries you can find for the best and sweetest flavor.
Chill your serving glasses in the freezer for ten minutes before using them.
Always use fresh-squeezed lime juice. The bottled kind just does not taste the same.
Taste your raspberry mixture. You can add more sugar if you like it sweeter.
Pour the club soda slowly to keep all the wonderful fizzy bubbles inside.

Variations and Substitutions

Feel free to get creative with this recipe. Here are a few fun ideas I have tried myself.

You can swap the raspberries for fresh blackberries or even sweet strawberries.
For a different taste, I sometimes add a few fresh mint leaves with the raspberries.
You can use sparkling water or even ginger ale instead of club soda.
I like to add a splash of grapefruit juice for an extra citrusy kick.
For a grown-up version, you might add a little bit of gin or vodka.

Common Questions

Yes, you can. Just let them thaw first. This way, you can easily mash them with the sugar. The flavor will still be really great and very delicious.

You can make a big batch of the raspberry-lime mix ahead of time. Keep it in the fridge. When guests arrive, just pour it into glasses and top with soda.

Of course. You can use less sugar or a sugar-free sweetener. The recipe is easy to adjust. Just make it exactly how you like it best.

You can store the raspberry and lime mixture in a sealed jar. It will stay fresh in your fridge for up to 3 days.