Courtesy of J. Rieger
Additionally referred to as KC Ice Water, this drink is a well-liked order in Kansas Metropolis, the place it’s usually made with vodka, gin, triple sec, and lemon-lime soda. Andrew Olsen, beverage director of the town’s beloved distillery J. Rieger & Co, borrowed parts from the unique to create this zesty and barely floral riff that’s simply as refreshing.
Olsen solely makes use of vodka as the bottom spirit however provides a botanical ingredient within the type of a home made chamomile syrup. A semi-dry riesling, contemporary lime juice, and glowing mineral water present mouth-whetting minerality and juiciness.