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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Liquid Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Cucumber
Wash the cucumber thoroughly. Cut it in half lengthwise and then slice it into thin half-moon shapes.
- 2
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on the countertop to soften them. Cut in half and juice them using a juicer, straining out the seeds.
- 3
Mint Preparation
Rinse the fresh mint leaves under cold water, then gently pat them dry with a paper towel. Tear the leaves to release their flavor.
Mixing the Drink
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the sliced cucumber, lemon juice, and torn mint leaves.
- 5
- 6
Add Water
Pour in 4 cups of water and stir until everything is well mixed.
- 7
Chill the Mixture
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Serving
- 8
Serve the Drink
Before serving, add 2 cups of sparkling water to the chilled mixture and stir gently.
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