Cucumber Cooler Cocktail
Recipes Beverages Quick and Easy Seasonal cooking Vegetarian
Description
After a hard, hot day, you might want to enjoy a light, very refreshing cocktail with mint leaves, lime and cucumber. It's super simple and quick to make.
Ingredients
1 1/2 oz. (3 T.) gin (or vodka)
4-6 cucumber slices
1/4 medium lime, sliced
4 oz. tonic water
6 mint leaves
ice
1 T. sugar or to taste, optional*
lime slice, cucumber slice or a melon ball, for garnish, optional
Directions
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Add mint leaves, sliced lime, gin and sugar if using, to a shaker; muddle; add cucumber slices; shake vigorously.
Pour mixture over a glass filled with ice; top with tonic water. Stir; let set for a few minutes for the flavors to enhance.
Garnish with a slice of lime, cucumber or a melon ball, if desired.
*For those who prefer a sweeter drink, add sugar, to taste. However, it's enjoyable without.
1 serving.