Minty Cucumber Cooler Mocktail Recipe
This refreshing drink combines crisp cucumber with bright mint and a touch of sweetness for a perfect alcohol-free treat.
Equipment
- Muddler or wooden spoon
- Tall glass
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Strainer
- Blender
- Ice cube tray
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers peeled and chopped
- 10-12 fresh mint leaves
- 1 lime juiced
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup
- Club soda
- Ice cubes
- Mint sprigs and cucumber slices for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and chop one cucumber. Add the pieces to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Strain the cucumber juice through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl. This removes excess pulp.
- Place mint leaves in a tall glass. Use a muddler to gently press the leaves to release their oils.
- Add 4 tablespoons of the strained cucumber juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to the glass. Stir well to combine.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes. Top with club soda and stir gently.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and cucumber slice before serving.
Notes
Store extra cucumber juice in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
For best results, use fresh mint leaves and English cucumbers.
To make simple syrup, heat equal parts water and sugar until dissolved. Let cool before using.
For a sweeter drink, add more simple syrup. For less sweetness, reduce or skip it.
This recipe makes one serving. Double or triple ingredients to serve more people.