Cucumber Tonic Recipe
Cucumber, basil, simple syrup, grapefruit, tonic
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Beverage Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Cucumber
Thinly slice the cucumber and set aside a few slices for garnish.
- 2
Muddle the Basil
In a shaker, muddle the fresh basil leaves with the simple syrup to release the basil's flavor.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the cucumber slices and grapefruit juice to the shaker with the muddled basil and simple syrup.
- 4
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until chilled.
- 5
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice and top with tonic water.
- 6
Garnish
Garnish with the reserved cucumber slices and a sprig of basil if desired.
