Cucumber Cooler Recipe
Empress cucumber lemon gin, cucumber, lemon, mint, ginger beer
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Cucumber
Wash the cucumber thoroughly. Slice it into thin rounds, approximately 1/8 inch thick. Set aside a few slices for garnish.
- 2
Juice the Lemon
Roll the lemon on a countertop with your palm to release the juices. Cut in half and juice to yield about 1 oz of lemon juice.
- 3
Prepare the Mint
Gently wash the mint leaves and pat them dry with a paper towel. Give them a slight bruise by gently pressing with your fingers to release their flavor.
Mixing the Drink
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add the Empress Cucumber Lemon Gin, freshly squeezed lemon juice, cucumber slices (reserve some for garnish), and the bruised mint leaves.
- 5
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice and shake well for about 15-20 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- 6
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice. Top with ginger beer to fill the glass.
- 7
Garnish
Garnish with the reserved cucumber slices and a sprig of fresh mint on top.
- 8
Enjoy
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Cucumber Cooler!
