Cool As A Cucumber Recipe
white rum, housemade cucumber-mint syrup, lime, soda
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Cucumber-Mint Syrup
Method
Cucumber-Mint Syrup Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Cucumber
Wash and peel the cucumber. Slice it into thin rounds.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine the sliced cucumber, fresh mint leaves, granulated sugar, and water.
- 3
- 4
Infuse the Syrup
Remove from heat and let the mixture steep for about 30 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- 5
Strain the Syrup
Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids, pressing down to extract as much liquid as possible. Let it cool completely.
Cocktail Assembly
- 6
Mix the Cocktail
In a cocktail shaker, combine the white rum, lime juice, and 1 oz of the cucumber-mint syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.
- 7
Shake Well
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill the mixture.
- 8
- 9
Top with Soda
Top off the cocktail with soda water, adding more or less to taste.
- 10
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of cucumber. Serve immediately.