Cucumber Mint Spritzer Recipe

Cucumber Mint Spritzer recipe — The zen master of drinks who somehow makes water taste like it went to yoga class. Made with none. Originally from United Kingdom.

Lives in athleisure and has strong opinions about thread count. Drinks this while doing morning meditation and posting inspirational quotes on Instagram. The type who says 'namaste' unironically but somehow makes it work.

Cucumbers are actually 96% water, making them more hydrating than some sports drinks. Ancient Romans used cucumber-infused water as a natural coolant during gladiator games, believing it enhanced mental clarity.

Born in Victorian England's garden party circuit, where proper ladies needed something refreshing that wouldn't compromise their reputation. The spritzer evolved from simple cucumber water served at high tea into the bubbly sensation we know today.

Ingredients

• 4 slices fresh cucumber (plus ribbon for garnish)
• 6 leaves fresh mint (plus sprig for garnish)
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp simple syrup (optional, to taste)
• 4 oz sparkling water (chilled)
• 1 cup ice

Instructions

1. Muddle cucumber slices and mint leaves in the bottom of a highball glass.
2. Add lime juice and simple syrup if using, then fill glass with ice.
3. Top with chilled sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
4. Garnish with cucumber ribbon and mint sprig.

Category: mocktail | Difficulty: easy | Base spirit: none | ABV:

Origin: United Kingdom