Cucumber Collins recipe served in a glass, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
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Cucumber Collins Recipe

Inspired by Benihana
Time10m
Serves1

Aviation American Gin or Ketel One Vodka, elderflower liqueur, crushed cucumber and lemon.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Cocktail Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cucumber Mixture

    In a cocktail shaker, muddle the crushed cucumber until it releases its juices.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    Add the Aviation American Gin or Ketel One Vodka, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker with the muddled cucumber.

  3. 3

    Shake It Up

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  4. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice and top with club soda.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Garnish with cucumber slices and a lemon wheel on top.

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