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