Cucumber Mint Water Recipe

Cucumber Mint Water recipe — The spa day your taste buds didn't know they needed — zen in a glass. Made with none. Originally from Ancient Egypt.

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Cucumbers are 96% water, making them more hydrating than most sports drinks. Ancient Egyptians placed cucumbers in tombs believing they provided sustenance in the afterlife, and Cleopatra reportedly used cucumber water as part of her daily beauty routine.

While infused waters date back to ancient civilizations, cucumber water gained modern popularity in luxury spas during the 1980s. The combination became a wellness trend when high-end hotels started serving it in their lobbies to create an instantly refreshing, upscale atmosphere.

Ingredients

• 12 oz filtered water
• 6 slices cucumber (thin slices)
• 8 leaves fresh mint (gently bruised)
• 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

1. Gently muddle mint leaves in bottom of glass to release oils.
2. Add cucumber slices and fill glass with ice.
3. Pour cold filtered water over ice and stir gently.
4. Let infuse for 2-3 minutes, garnish with cucumber wheel and mint sprig.

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

Origin: Ancient Egypt