Cucumber Crush Recipe
dhos gin free, elderflower syrup, cucumber juice, lemon juice, lime juice, mint
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Cocktail Preparation
- 1
Prepare Cucumber Juice
Peel and chop 1 medium cucumber. Blend the cucumber pieces in a blender until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl to extract the juice. Measure out 1 cup of cucumber juice for the cocktail.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine 1 cup of freshly prepared cucumber juice, 2 tablespoons of elderflower syrup, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of lime juice. Add 10 fresh mint leaves to the shaker.
- 3
Muddle Mint
Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently press the mint leaves against the mixture to release their oils and flavor. Be careful not to tear the leaves too much.
- 4
Shake the Mixture
Add a cup of ice cubes to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled and combined.
- 5
Strain and Serve
Strain the cocktail mixture into a tall glass filled with ice. Top off with 1 cup of sparkling water for a refreshing fizz.
- 6
