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Cucumber Vodka

A refreshing cocktail combining crisp cucumber with vodka.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 drinks
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup cucumber sliced
  • 2 ounces vodka
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1 ounce simple syrup adjust to taste
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Mixing glass or cocktail shaker
  • Strainer (if using a shaker)
  • Glassware (highball or rocks glass)

Method
 

  1. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
  2. If needed, mix equal parts sugar and water in a small pot and heat gently until sugar dissolves to make simple syrup.
  3. In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker, add cucumber slices, vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup.
  4. Gently muddle the cucumber with a muddler or the back of a spoon.
  5. Fill the shaker or mixing glass with ice cubes.
  6. Shake well for about 15 seconds or stir vigorously.
  7. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice.
  8. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or a cucumber slice on the rim.

Notes

Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of simple syrup.