Lemon Cucumber Cocktail Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a cocktail shaker, muddle a few cucumber slices and mint leaves.
• STEP 2.Add ice, lemon juice, simple syrup, and vodka to the shaker.
• STEP 3.Shake well to combine all the ingredients.
• STEP 4.Strain the cocktail into a glass filled with ice.
• STEP 5.Garnish with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint.
• STEP 6.Serve and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For a non-alcoholic version, omit the vodka and add sparkling water or lemon-lime soda instead.
• You can adjust the sweetness of the cocktail by adding more or less simple syrup.
• To make simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan and heat until the sugar dissolves. Let it cool before using.

Storage and Serving

• This cocktail is best served fresh.
• You can prepare the cucumber slices, mint leaves, and lemon juice in advance and store them separately in the refrigerator.
• When ready to serve, simply muddle the cucumber and mint, add the lemon juice, simple syrup, and vodka, and shake with ice.