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Gin Buck

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Bucks are long drinks made with liquor and ginger ale. In recent years, they have declined in popularity, but bucks are excellent hot-weather drinks. Like a collins, a buck may be made with a variety of liquors. Originally, only gin was used, but this recipe may be followed when making any buck. Simply substitute the liquor of your choice.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 1.

Ingredients

3 or 4 ice cubes
2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice
Large twist lemon or lime peel
2-3 ounces gin
Ginger ale

Preparation

  1. Put the ice cubes in a 10-ounce highball glass, add the lemon or lime juice, peel and gin. Fill up with ginger ale and stir gently.

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