This Cucumber Cooler with gin is the kind of drink that hits just right after a long, hot day. Light, crisp, and clean—it's made for porch swings, tailgates, or wherever you find your shade. Here’s how to mix one up:
Cucumber Cooler Cocktail Ingredients
2 oz (60 ml) gin
1/2 lime, juiced
4-5 cucumber slices
4-6 fresh mint leaves
1 teaspoon simple syrup (adjust to taste)
Club soda or tonic water
Ice cubes
Instructions
Muddle Cucumbers & Mint: In a cocktail shaker or mixing glass, add the cucumber slices and fresh mint leaves. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently muddle the cucumbers and mint to release their flavors without pulverizing them too much.
Add Gin & Lime Juice: Pour the gin and freshly squeezed lime juice into the shaker or mixing glass over the muddled cucumber and mint.
Sweeten with Simple Syrup: Add the simple syrup to the mix. Start with a teaspoon and adjust the sweetness to your preference. Stir or shake the ingredients to combine.
Strain & Serve: Fill a highball glass or a Collins glass with ice cubes. Strain the cucumber, gin, and mint mixture from the shaker over the ice.
Top with Soda: Top off the drink with club soda or tonic water, whichever you prefer, to your desired level. This will give your cocktail a refreshing effervescence.
Garnish & Enjoy: Give the drink a gentle stir to combine all the flavors. Garnish with a cucumber slice, a sprig of fresh mint, or even a lime wedge for a decorative touch.
Optional Variation: For an extra burst of cucumber flavor, consider using a cucumber-infused gin or adding a couple of extra cucumber slices to the mix.
This Cucumber Cooler Cocktail With Gin is a cooling and revitalizing beverage, perfect for those moments when you need a refreshing sip. It pairs perfectly with a light summer salad and cleanses your palate when eating richer BBQ flavors. Enjoy its crispness and the delightful combination of cucumber, mint, and gin—ideal for unwinding and relaxing. Cheers!
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