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:

  1. In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle the cucumber slices and mint leaves.
  2. Add the gin, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice. Seal tightly and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
  4. Double strain the mixture into your chosen cocktail glass filled with ice.
  5. If desired, top with a splash of soda water or tonic water.
  6. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon and a sprig of mint.