How do I impress my friends with a clouded cucumber cocktail?

Time to show off your mixology skills! Our Clouded Cucumber Cocktail recipe will make you the life of the party. Get ready for compliments and requests for seconds.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I impress my friends with a Clouded Cucumber Cocktail. Items include: Fresh Cucumber Fresh Mint leaves Gin (or Vodka) Freshly squeezed lime juice Simple syrup Ice Mint sprig or Cucumber wheel for garnish

Fresh Cucumber 1
Fresh Mint leaves 10-12
Gin (or Vodka) 2 ounces
Freshly squeezed lime juice 1 ounce
Simple syrup 1 ounce
Ice A handful
Mint sprig or Cucumber wheel for garnish As desired

Take note
Please drink responsibly and make sure to check if any of your friends have any allergies or dietary restrictions.

1

Prepare the Cucumber and Mint

Slice up 1 fresh cucumber into small pieces and pick around 10-12 fresh mint leaves. Give them a good wash to ensure they're clean and ready to elevate your cocktail game.

2

Muddle the Cucumber and Mint

In a cocktail shaker or a sturdy glass, add the cucumber slices and mint leaves. Get your muddler (if you don't have one, the back of a spoon works too) and gently mash them together to release their flavors. Muddle until the cucumber and mint are nicely bruised.

3

Add the Rest of the Ingredients

Next, add 2 ounces of gin (or vodka if you prefer), 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 ounce of simple syrup, and a handful of ice into the shaker or glass with the muddled cucumber and mint. Feel free to adjust the amount of simple syrup based on your taste preference or cuteness level of your friends.

4

Shake It Like You Mean It

Secure the lid on your cocktail shaker or grab another glass that fits nicely on top of the one you're using. Give it a good shake, baby! Shake for about 10 seconds or until the shaker becomes frosty and your arms get a little workout. If you're using a glass and a shaker, make sure to keep a firm grip, unless you want a cucumber cocktail catastrophe to happen.

5

Strain and Serve

Grab a cocktail glass and strain your cucumberlicious creation into it. If you don't have a strainer, no worries! Just use a slotted spoon to catch any sneaky cucumber bits or mint leaves. Garnish with a mint sprig or a cucumber wheel, or anything you think will make your cocktail look fancy. Remember, presentation is everything!

6

Cheers and Enjoy!

Now it's time to raise a glass, toast to your mixological prowess, and sip on your Clouded Cucumber Cocktail. Take a moment to appreciate your friends' amazed faces as they witness your impressive bartending skills. Enjoy the refreshingly cool cucumber flavors and bask in the glory of being a cocktail genius!