Cucumber Gin Fizz Cocktail (Printable Recipe)
Bright cucumber and botanical gin meet lime and seltzer for a summer-worthy sip.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ For the Cocktail
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3 slices cucumber, about 1/4 inch thick
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1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
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1/2 ounce simple syrup
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1 1/2 ounces gin, such as Hendrick's
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1 to 2 ounces seltzer water
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1 cucumber slice, for garnish
# Steps to Follow:
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In a cocktail shaker, muddle the cucumber slices with lime juice and simple syrup until fully broken down.
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Add ice and gin to the shaker and shake vigorously for 10 seconds.
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Strain the mixture into a Collins glass filled with ice.
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Top with seltzer water and garnish with a cucumber slice.
# Extra Tips:
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Simple syrup can be prepared by dissolving equal parts sugar and water over medium heat and cooling before use.
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Simple syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in a sealed container.