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How do you spell Rickey?

Correct spelling

rickey

Colonel Rickey's drink: -ey ending like a surname, not -ie like a nickname.

Why is rickey spelled this way?

Named after Colonel Joe Rickey, a lobbyist who popularized the drink in 1880s Washington DC. RICK-EY. Not 'ricky' or 'rickie'. The -ey ending, like a proper name.

Common misspellings of rickey

rickyrickierickee

Example

The bartender served a refreshing gin rickey with fresh lime and soda water.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell rickey?+
The correct spelling is "rickey". Colonel Rickey's drink: -ey ending like a surname, not -ie like a nickname.
Is it ricky or rickey?+
The correct spelling is "rickey", not "ricky".

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