Cucumber Mint Mocktail
A clean and cooling zero-proof drink that muddles fresh cucumber and mint with honey syrup, then tops the mix with tonic water for a sophisticated adult-friendly mocktail. Far more complex in flavor than a simple infused water.
Ingredients
- 1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 20 fresh mint leaves
- 2 tsp honey (or agave for vegan)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1.5 cups tonic water (chilled)
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 8 cucumber rounds (for garnish)
Instructions
-
1
Divide 20 fresh mint leaves and 1/2 thinly sliced English cucumber between two cocktail glasses or shakers. Add 2 tsp honey (or agave for vegan) to each and muddle firmly for 30 seconds to release the cucumber water and mint oils.
-
2
Add 2 tbsp fresh lime juice and a handful of ice cubes to the muddled mixture. Stir to chill.
-
3
Strain the mixture into ice-filled glasses, pressing the muddled solids to extract maximum flavor.
-
4
Top each glass with 1.5 cups tonic water (chilled), pouring gently to preserve the bubbles.
-
5
Garnish with 8 cucumber rounds (for garnish) and a fresh mint sprig. Serve immediately.