Best 4 Lemon Cucumber Cocktail Recipes

From gardens to marketplaces, the freshness of cucumber is a delightful addition to any meal or beverage. Its versatility lends itself to a variety of culinary creations, with its crisp texture and mild flavor adding a refreshing touch. If you're seeking a unique and flavorful way to incorporate cucumber into your life, consider crafting a lemon cucumber cocktail. This tantalizing blend marries the crispness of cucumber with the vibrant zest of lemon, creating a cocktail that is both refreshing and invigorating. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or simply seeking a delightful twist on a classic drink, this lemon cucumber cocktail is sure to impress.

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LEMON CUCUMBER COCKTAIL

Lemon Cucumber Cocktail image

This cocktail is fresh and light, which means it's perfect for a party on the beach or a gathering in the garden

Provided by Lee Brian Schrager

Categories Drinks

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

Three (10-ounce) bottles club soda
1 cup gin
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
12 thin slices lemon ((from 1 lemon))
12 thin slices cucumber ((from 1 small cucumber))
12 cups crushed ice
12 sprigs mint (for garnish (optional))

Steps:

In a large pitcher, combine the club soda, gin, and lemon juice.
Place a slice of lemon and cucumber in each of 12 glasses. Add about a cup of crushed ice to each glass. Pour the gin mixture into the glasses and garnish each with a mint sprig, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cocktail, Calories 48 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 12 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 1 g

LEMON & CUCUMBER LEMONADE

Lemon & Cucumber Lemonade image

Provided by D. Durand Worthey

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/2 cup Cucumbers, sliced
2 Lemons, sliced
4 - 6 Tbsp of Pre-Sweetened Lemonade (or use your own recipe)
3 - 4 ounces Reyka Vodka
Crushed Ice
** This recipe makes 1 quart of Lemon & Cucumber Lemonade

Steps:

Note: Make lemonade according to your individual taste. More sweet or less sweet it is all up to you. I also make only enough lemonade to fill a pitcher 3/4 of they way full. To leave room for ice and in this case the sliced cucumbers and lemons.
Make lemonade in a large pitcher.
Add sliced cucumbers and lemons.
Mix in the Reyka vodka (or vodka of your choice).
Taste, adjust potency of vodka to your liking.
Add ice.
Garnish with a fresh spring of mint, optional
Serve.

LEMON-CUCUMBER COCKTAIL

Lemon-Cucumber Cocktail image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 7m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 (10-ounce) bottles club soda- in original container
1 cup gin
1/4 cup lemon juice, (Recommended: ReaLemon)
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1/4 cup thinly sliced cucumber
12 cups crushed ice
Garnish: fresh mint

Steps:

In a large pitcher, combine club soda, gin and lemon juice.
Place a lemon slice and cucumber slice into each glass. Top with 1 cup crushed ice. Pour gin mixture into glasses. Garnish with fresh mint, if desired.

REFRESHING CUCUMBER LEMONADE

Refreshing Cucumber Lemonade image

Cucumber is the perfect complement to the traditional summer lemonade. Display it in the pitcher with cucumber and/or lemon slices.

Provided by DASHKAYDOT

Categories Drinks Recipes Lemonade Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 cup water
½ cup white sugar
1 cucumber, sliced
6 lemons, juiced

Steps:

Make a simple syrup by stirring the water and sugar together in a saucepan over medium heat; heat until just about to boil and the sugar has dissolved. Place in refrigerator 30 minutes, or until cool.
Place the cucumber slices in a blender or food processor; blend until mashed into a pulp. Pour the cucumber pulp into a fine mesh strainer place over a bowl to catch the liquid; allow to sit until you have about 2/3 cup of liquid from the cucumber, about 15 minutes.
Stir the simple syrup, cucumber liquid, and lemon juice together in a pitcher. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 8.2 mg, Sugar 26.2 g

Tips:

Choose ripe, firm cucumbers for the best flavor and texture.
If you don't have a muddler, you can use a fork or the back of a spoon to crush the cucumbers and mint.
For a sweeter cocktail, add a little simple syrup or honey to taste.
If you like your cocktails tart, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Garnish your cocktail with a lemon twist or a sprig of mint for a refreshing touch.

Conclusion:

The lemon cucumber cocktail is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a delicious and refreshing cocktail, give the lemon cucumber cocktail a try. You won't be disappointed!