A refreshing Cucumber Mint Fizz Mocktail brings the taste of a spa day right to your home.
This alcohol-free drink combines crisp cucumber, cool mint, and fizzy club soda to create a light and tasty beverage perfect for warm days or special events.
The recipe takes just 5 minutes to make and needs basic ingredients from any grocery store.
Kids and adults alike enjoy this bubbly drink that looks fancy but stays simple to prepare.
This mocktail works great for baby showers, summer parties, or any time someone wants a special drink without alcohol.
The green color and garnishes make it look nice in photos and add a touch of fun to any table setting.
Cucumber Mint Fizz Mocktail Recipe
Equipment
- High-speed blender or food processor
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Muddler or wooden spoon
- Tall glasses
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Ice cube tray
- Pitcher (if making multiple servings)
- Sharp knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons simple syrup
- 2 cups sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Extra cucumber slices and mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and chop the cucumbers into small pieces.
- Place cucumber pieces and mint leaves in the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher.
- Add lime juice and simple syrup to the strained liquid. Stir well.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour the cucumber-mint mixture into each glass, filling about 1/3 full.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with cucumber slices and fresh mint sprigs.
Notes
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Tasting Notes
The Cucumber Mint Fizz offers a bright, clean taste that wakes up the taste buds. The fresh cucumber brings a light, crisp flavor that mixes perfectly with the cool mint notes.
When sipped, the first taste is gentle cucumber, followed by refreshing mint. The combination creates a garden-fresh sensation that feels natural and pure.
The sparkling water adds tiny bubbles that dance on the tongue. These bubbles lift the flavors and make each sip feel extra special.
Sweetness Level: Low to medium Fizz Level: Medium Dominant Flavors:
- Fresh cucumber
- Cool mint
- Light citrus
The drink feels smooth and clean in the mouth. Its light green color matches the fresh taste perfectly.
A subtle hint of lime adds just enough tanginess to balance the sweetness. The drink stays refreshing from the first sip to the last.
This mocktail works best when served very cold. The cool temperature brings out the mint and cucumber flavors while keeping the fizz strong and lively.
Substitute
The Cucumber Mint Fizz can be made with different ingredients. When the main ones aren’t available, you can use these substitutes:
Club soda works as a swap for sparkling water. Meanwhile, tonic water adds a bitter taste.
You can replace fresh mint with dried mint leaves or mint extract. Use 1 teaspoon of dried mint or 2-3 drops of mint extract for every 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves.
English cucumber can be swapped with a regular cucumber. If neither is available, try using fresh celery for a green, crisp taste.
Alternative sweeteners include:
- Honey
- Maple syrup
- Stevia
- Agave nectar
For a different flavor twist, try these fruit options instead of cucumber:
- Green apple
- Pear
- Honeydew melon
Some people like to add a splash of coconut water or green tea for extra flavor. White grape juice makes a good non-carbonated base if sparkling water isn’t an option.