Refreshing Cucumber Gin & Tonic
Looking for a crisp and refreshing go-to summer cocktail? Give a keep-it-cool Cucumber Gin & Tonic a try! They don't say "cool as a cucumber" for nothing, right?
It's no secret here at I'm a wine lover ... as evidenced by such creations as the Champagne Cobbler Cocktail, Moscato Bee's Knees Wine Cocktail, White Sangria with Nectarines & Plums, and Champagne Margaritas.
In fact most of the year, a big glass of bold-and-oaky Chardonnay is my go-to drink-of-choice.
But come summer? My go-to drink changes ...
Yes, once summer arrives I crave something a little 'lighter' and cooler. And so, my summer go-to drink-of-choice is a refreshingly crisp classic Gin & Tonic.
While adding cucumber to a G & T may sound a tad bit strange, I assure you it's fabulous.
I have recently discovered something to keep us even cooler than a Gin & Tonic during the summer months, though a refreshing Cucumber Gin & Tonic!
It'll keep you, well ... cool as a cucumber!
By simply muddling several slices of cucumber in a cocktail glass before adding the standard gin and tonic, the subtle flavor of cucumber shines through in the finished drink.
And oh, what a really nice subtle flavor it is.
Making this tasty summer cocktail is super easy, and takes no more effort than making a traditional G&T. It's still got the traditional lime that's generously squeezed into a classic gin and tonic. So when you slice up the lime, just slice up a little cucumber, too.
By simply muddling several slices of cucumber in a cocktail glass before adding the standard gin and tonic, the subtle flavor of cucumber shines through in the finished drink.
Place a few cucumber slices in a cocktail glass ... I put about 4 or 5 slices.
Then, before you add the other ingredients, take a sturdy spoon a squish the cucumbers against the side of the glass {a process called "muddling"} to release some of their juice.
Add ice to the glass, squeeze in some fresh lime juice, and pour in the gin and tonic. And that's all it takes to make this refreshing little cocktail.
It may just become your new favorite summer drink.
Hey, they sure don't say "cool as a cucumber" for nothing, right?
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Refreshing Cucumber Gin & Tonic
Looking for a crisp and refreshing go-to summer cocktail? Give a keep-it-cool Cucumber Gin & Tonic a try! They don't say "cool as a cucumber" for nothing, right?
prep time: 5 Mcook time: total time: 5 M
ingredients:
For Each Cocktail:
- 1 1/2 oz. gin
- 4 slices cucumber
- 5 oz. tonic
- very small splash fresh lime juice {optional}
instructions:
How to make Refreshing Cucumber Gin & Tonic
- Place cucumber slices in a cocktail glass and muddle with the back of a spoon.
- Fill glass with ice. Add gin, tonic, and small splash of lime juice {if using}; stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a slice of cucumber and a slice of lime, if desired.
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