Cucumber Gin Cocktail with Basil and Lemon
A refreshing summer drink featuring fresh cucumber, basil, and lemon juice, mixed with a citrus-heavy gin.
Servings 1 Drink
Calories 211kcal
Ingredients
- 5-10 Cucumber Slices
- 5-10 Basil Leaves
- 1 Sugar Cube
- 3 oz Gin
- 1/2 Lemon
- 2 oz Soda Water
- Basil and cucumber for garnish
Instructions
- In the bottom of a cocktail shaker, add the cucumber slices, basil leaves, and sugar cube. Muddle until combined, and the sugar begins to dissolve in the liquid.
- Add in the gin and freshly squeezed juice of the lemon. Add a handful of ice to the shaker, cover, and mix thoroughly. Shake about twenty seconds, until the metal outside of the shaker in very cold.
- Garnish a high ball glass with thinly sliced cucumber strips, and add a handful of ice. Strain the drink from the shaker over the ice. Then top with the soda water and additional ice as needed.
- Garnish with a basil sprig, and cucumber slices as desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe tastes best with a citrus-heavy gin. However, feel free to experiment with different varieties and flavor profiles.
- Use a vegetable peeler to carefully cut the thin cucumber strips for the inside of the glass.
- If you are looking for something a little bit sweeter, add an additional sugar cube to each glass before serving.