Febourbonary - Bourbon Rickey

 The rickey is a gin or bourbon-based highball with lime juice and carbonated water. The rickey contains little or no sugar. Bartender George A. Williamson made it with bourbon in Washington, D.C.'s Shoomaker's saloon in the 1880s, allegedly in partnership with Democratic lobbyist Colonel Joe Rickey. A decade later, when it was blended with gin, it became even more popular.  

Ingredients that are frequently utilized 

bourbon, rye whiskey, or gin, 2 oz. 

Squeezed half of a lime and poured into the a highball glass 

Mineral water that sparkles 

Preparation 

In a highball or wine glass, combine the spirit, lime, and shell. Stir in the ice before adding the sparkling mineral water.