Ingredients:
- 2 oz (60 ml) Gin
- 4 slices Cucumber, peeled
- 1 oz (30 ml) Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.75 oz (22.5 ml) Simple Syrup
- 4-5 Mint Leaves
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Soda water or Tonic water
Instructions:
- In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle the cucumber slices and mint leaves.
- Add the gin, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice. Seal tightly and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
- Double strain the mixture into your chosen cocktail glass filled with ice.
- If desired, top with a splash of soda water or tonic water.
- Garnish with a cucumber ribbon and a sprig of mint.