so i had a rough day at work, went to the beer store afterward, and got a 12-pack to take home.  i chatted with the clerk at the liquor store, we talked about work, concluded the transaction, and i said, "Thanks, man!"

I like saying "Thanks, man!"
It's a satisfying way to end an interaction. 
But it irks me that there seems to be no equivalent for using with a female. 

"Thanks, man!" conveys respect, an acknowledgement that the subject is an adult male with all concomitant rights and privileges.  They are a significant entity in your day, the person from whom you purchased your beer or whatever.

But you can't say "Thanks, woman!"  It comes off as somehow derogatory.
"Thanks, chick" is patronizing.
"Thanks, miss" is too formal for the context of a booze dealer.
"Thanks, lady" is flippant.
Just "Thanks" is somehow insufficient, it does not imply that the person is a significant entity in your day.

Other suggestions?

its funny cuz it's true, right acutegirl ?


in other news, my interview at the Sojourner Truth House went well.
i may have another one next week.

 OMG.  This is the most awesome toy for American girls ever!  If I were a mommy, I'd totally get that for my daughter, right before I killed myself.