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Refreshing Cucumber Gimlet with Elderflower Tonic Splash

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A light, crisp cocktail combining muddled fresh cucumber, botanical gin, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and a floral splash of elderflower tonic. Perfect for warm weather and easy to prepare in under 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • ½ medium fresh cucumber, sliced (about ½ cup or 50 grams)
  • 2 oz (60 ml) gin (preferably London dry gin like Tanqueray or Bombay Sapphire)
  • 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice
  • ¾ oz (22 ml) simple syrup (homemade or store-bought)
  • 3 oz (90 ml) elderflower tonic water
  • Ice cubes
  • Cucumber slice or lime wheel for garnish

Instructions

  1. Slice about half a medium cucumber into thin rounds, reserving one slice for garnish (about ½ cup or 50 grams).
  2. Place the cucumber slices in a cocktail shaker and gently muddle using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon for 20-30 seconds to release juice and aroma without pulverizing.
  3. Add 2 oz (60 ml) gin, 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice, and ¾ oz (22 ml) simple syrup to the shaker.
  4. Fill the shaker about halfway with ice cubes.
  5. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
  6. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled cocktail glass to remove cucumber pulp.
  7. Top the strained cocktail with 3 oz (90 ml) elderflower tonic water, pouring gently to preserve fizz.
  8. Garnish with a fresh cucumber slice or lime wheel and serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Muddle cucumber gently to avoid bitterness. Shake with ice for about 15 seconds to chill without over-diluting. Double strain if a smoother texture is desired. Keep elderflower tonic chilled to preserve fizz and aroma. Can prepare cucumber, gin, lime, and syrup mixture up to 24 hours ahead and add tonic just before serving.

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Keywords: cucumber gimlet, elderflower tonic, refreshing cocktail, gin cocktail, summer drink, easy cocktail, muddled cucumber, floral cocktail

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