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Gin Cucumber Cooler

May 31, 2016 by Judy 12 Comments

If you’re looking for a delicious summertime cocktail that’s light and refreshing I recommend you give this Gin Cucumber Cooler a try!  Heck, even if it isn’t summer, you’re gonna love this cocktail.

Gin Cucumber Cooler - delicious made with either mint or basil!

Gin Cucumber CoolerNot too long ago my husband and I had some good friends over for drinks before heading out for dinner.  I made a variation of this gin cucumber cooler for the girls and we all thought they were quite tasty. That evening I made them with muddled cucumber and mint which worked nicely, but I tend to prefer cocktails without a lot of “stuff” floating around in it.  I knew I wanted to share this cocktail with you all so the next time I made them I decided to experiment a bit and whipped up a batch of mint AND basil flavored simple syrup.  I also blended up a cucumber in my NutriBullet for some fresh cucumber juice.  The combination of fresh juice and a touch of herbal simple syrup was the perfect combination for me! 

Only one problem, I couldn’t decide which I liked better… the one with mint or the one with basil.  My two cousins were over and one preferred the mint and the other preferred the basil.  So there you go…they’re both fantastic so you might just have to give them both a try 😉  Now of course, if you don’t want to go to the trouble of making the juice (but really… it’s so easy) or simple syrup (again, so so easy) then by all means, just do a little muddle with a few chunks of cucumber and a couple of mint or basil leaves.

Gin Cucumber Cooler is a refreshing summer cocktailIf you like gin, and even if you’re not that big of a gin fan, I think you’ll really enjoy this Gin Cucumber Cooler.  It’s the perfect porch sitting, summertime sipping cocktail to enjoy this weekend!  Which do you think you’d prefer… mint or basil?

Gin Cucumber Cooler
 
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Ingredients
  • 1 shot gin (I prefer Hendricks for this cocktail)
  • ½ shot St. Germain liqueur
  • ½ shot fresh cucumber juice* (you'll need a cucumber whether you make the juice or just muddle it)
  • ½ lime, juiced
  • ¼-1/2 shot mint (or basil) simple syrup* (adjust amount to your sweetness preference)
  • club soda (about 1-2 shots, depending on how large of a glass you are using)
Instructions
  1. Make the cucumber juice: Peel a cucumber (I used an English cucumber) and cut it up into chunks. Put in blender and blend until smooth. You can use the puree if you like, but I prefer to strain it through a fine mesh strainer to remove the pulp and just use the juice.
  2. Make the mint or basil simple syrup: Combine equal parts sugar and water (I typically use 1 cup), bring to a boil, reduce and add a big handful of mint or basil. Simmer a couple minutes, remove from heat and let cool. Once cooled, strain out the mint or basil and store simple syrup in refrigerator.
  3. Make the cocktail: Combine gin, St. Germain, cucumber juice, lime juice and simple syrup in cocktail shaker with a bit of ice. Shake well and strain over tall rocks glass filled with ice. Top with club soda
*You can substitute the cucumber juice with a few pieces of cucumber to muddle, but I recommend making the juice!
*This is equally delicious with mint or basil so get wild and give them both a try and see which you prefer!
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Comments

  1. Janice Moss says

    June 1, 2016 at 03:35

    I’m going to try it looks a bit like PIM’s CUP meets Mojito. I have been fooling around making flavoured salt this week and I made a lime salt I’m going to rim the glass with …hmmm maybe even a lime sugar lip?….will let you know how it goes…probably the next day as these taste trials take a few rounds…lol

    Reply
    • Judy says

      June 1, 2016 at 06:11

      Flavored salts sounds fun! Never tried making them, only flavored sugars. Please let me know how it goes and what you liked best!

      Reply
  2. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    June 1, 2016 at 04:10

    So refreshing AND hydrating!

    Reply
  3. Marye says

    June 1, 2016 at 07:13

    This is gorgeous, I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  4. Kristina says

    June 1, 2016 at 09:32

    what a beautiful presentation! this sounds so refreshing.

    Reply
  5. Michelle De La Cerda says

    June 1, 2016 at 13:50

    That would be a hard one for me too, mint or basil?! Both sound good I love each flavor. I think I would have to make both.

    Reply
  6. Linda @ Veganosity says

    June 1, 2016 at 15:24

    I love the long strip of cucumber in that glass. So pretty! This does sound like the perfect summer cocktail.

    Reply
  7. Chrisy @ Homemade Hooplah says

    June 1, 2016 at 17:06

    This drink is beautiful! I’m a huge fan of all these flavors, but never had them in a drink – will have to try it soon!

    Reply
  8. Marcia says

    June 1, 2016 at 19:39

    Oh if only I had all your free time. It looks delicious and gin is my liquor of choice so I must give this a try!

    Reply
  9. Tom @ Drinks&Cooers.com says

    August 16, 2016 at 08:47

    Great post. I will be trying this tonight. It’s exactly what I need after a hard days work.

    Reply
  10. Anonymous says

    June 10, 2018 at 09:44

    is the st germain liquer a requirement? it looks a bit expensive for something i’d use just for this drink

    Reply
    • Judy says

      June 10, 2018 at 20:43

      I’m not aware of a less expensive substitute for St. Germain liqueur… Just give it a try without it and see what you think!

      Reply

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