Cucumber Smash Recipe
Corazón Blanco, Lime Juice, Fresh Cucumber & Mint
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Ingredients
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Cucumber Smash - Cocktail
Method
Cucumber Smash - Preparation & Assembly
Muddle cucumber and mint
In a cocktail shaker or mixing glass, add the 4 cucumber slices and 6 of the mint leaves (reserve 2 leaves for garnish). Using a sturdy muddler, gently muddle until cucumber releases juice but not so hard that the cucumber turns into pulp — about 8–10 gentle presses. The goal is fresh cucumber juice and aroma from the mint.
Build the cocktail
Add 2 oz Corazón Blanco tequila, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup into the shaker with the muddled cucumber and mint.
Dry shake (optional)
If you want more aromatic integration and slight froth, dry shake (no ice) the mixture vigorously for 10–12 seconds. This step is optional but recommended for a brighter, more emulsified texture.
Shake with ice
Add about 1 cup of ice to the shaker. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is cold and well-chilled.
Strain into glass
Prepare a rocks glass or double old-fashioned glass by filling it with crushed ice (about 1 cup). Double-strain the shaken cocktail over the crushed ice using a fine-mesh strainer plus the shaker strainer to remove bits of cucumber and mint for a smooth drink.
Top and finish
If desired, gently top the cocktail with 1 oz club soda for a lighter, fizzy variation (optional). Give the drink one brief stir to integrate the soda without losing carbonation.