Cucumber-Mint Infusion

Dairy-Free

Gluten-Free

Sugar-Free

Vegan

Vegetarian

This concoction is as refreshing as a spa drink and as fancy as a cocktail.

By Betsy Nelson | Experience Life

Makes8 servings
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes

Ingredients
Directions

Ingredients

1 English cucumber, shaved lengthwise into long strips (use a mandoline or a vegetable peeler)
1 quart water
1 tsp. sugar or a splash of fruit juice
8 sprigs fresh mint (reserve tops for a garnish)
Crushed ice
32 oz. carbonated water

Supplies: 8 bamboo skewers

(Alcohol options: Gin or vodka)

Directions

STEP 1

Weave the cucumber strips onto bamboo skewers, and reserve as garnishes.

STEP 2

Stir the water and sugar together in a pitcher, then add the remaining cucumber strips and the lower mint leaves.

STEP 3

Allow the cucumber–mint water to infuse for at least an hour before serving.

STEP 4

Strain the liquid and pour over crushed ice; fill halfway. Then top off with the carbonated water.

STEP 5

Serve in a Highball glass and garnish with a cucumber skewer and a mint sprig.

Nutritional information

Photography: Andrea D’Agosto; Prop Styling: Alicia Buszczak; Food Stylist: Marian Cooper Cairns

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