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Refreshing Cucumber Mint Cooler with Lime and Ginger Sparkle

This Cucumber Mint Cooler is a crisp, refreshing summer drink featuring fresh cucumber, bright lime juice, aromatic mint, and a sparkling ginger beer finish. Perfect for brunch, outdoor gatherings, or a rejuvenating solo sip, it’s light, flavorful, and easy to make in just minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cucumber Mint Cooler Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup cucumber roughly chopped, plus a few slices for garnish
  • 10 leaves fresh mint
  • 1 whole lime juice only
  • 4 shots gin
  • as needed ice for shaking and serving
  • to top ginger beer

Method
 

Making the Cooler
  1. In a blender, combine chopped cucumber, mint leaves, and lime juice. Blitz until smooth and vibrant green.
  2. Pour the cucumber-mint-lime puree into a cocktail shaker. Add gin and a generous handful of ice.
  3. Shake well until chilled and slightly frosty.
  4. Strain the mixture into glasses filled halfway with ice.
  5. Top each glass with ginger beer.
  6. Garnish with cucumber slices and mint sprigs before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice for best flavor.
  • Crush mint lightly to release oils and aroma.
  • Serve immediately after adding ginger beer to preserve fizz.