Best 5 Cucumber Lemon Gin Recipes

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Quench your thirst and tantalize your taste buds with the refreshing Cucumber Lemon Gin, a delightful cocktail that embodies the essence of summer. This invigorating drink combines the crispness of cucumber, the zesty tang of lemon, and the botanical notes of gin, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you feeling revitalized. Whether you prefer a classic gin and tonic or a creative twist on a traditional mojito, this article offers a collection of cucumber lemon gin recipes that cater to every palate. From the simplicity of a two-ingredient Cucumber Lemon Gin Fizz to the tropical vibes of a Cucumber Lemon Gin Mojito, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will transport you to a state of pure refreshment.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON-CUCUMBER COCKTAIL



Lemon-Cucumber Cocktail image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 10m

Yield 12 drinks

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 10-ounce bottles club soda
1 cup gin
1/4 cup bottled lemon juice
12 thin slices lemon
12 thin slices cucumber
12 sprigs fresh mint, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large pitcher, combine the club soda, gin and lemon juice.
  • Place a lemon slice and a cucumber slice in each of 12 glasses. Add 1 cup crushed ice to each glass. Pour the gin mixture into the glasses and garnish each with a mint sprig, if desired.

CUCUMBER-LEMON GIN



Cucumber-Lemon Gin image

Why should food have all the fun? Let liquors take a turn with fresh, seasonal ingredients. You'll find the results are perfect for making summer cocktails in a snap. This infused booze is great simply mixed with seltzer or ginger ale, but try it in a Cucumber Southside Fizz for something special.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups seedless cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced (from 1 1/2 cucumbers)
1 strip lemon zest
500 mL gin (such as Tanqueray)

Steps:

  • To infuse, add prepared produce to a clean 1 liter jar. Cover with liquor and store in refrigerator, shaking daily for 4 days before straining.

CUCUMBER-LEMON MARTINI



Cucumber-Lemon Martini image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1 cucumber-lemon martini

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 ounces gin
1 ounce pureed cucumber
1/4 ounce dry vermouth
1/4 ounce lemon juice
Ice
Lemon peel, for garnish
Cucumber slice, for garnish

Steps:

  • Shake the gin, pureed cucumber, dry vermouth and lemon juice in a shaker with ice. Strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a lemon peel and cucumber slice.

CUCUMBER AND LIME GIN FIZZ



Cucumber and Lime Gin Fizz image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 slices peeled cucumber, plus 1 unpeeled slice for garnish
6 fresh mint leaves
2 sprigs fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons turbinado sugar
1 ounce fresh lime juice
2 ounces cucumber-infused gin (such as Hendrick's)
3 to 4 ounces club soda

Steps:

  • Place the peeled cucumber slices, mint, cilantro and sugar in a cocktail shaker and muddle. Add the lime juice and gin. Fill the shaker halfway with ice and shake vigorously for 1 to 2 minutes (this seems like a long time, but it's essential).
  • Fill a cocktail glass with fresh ice. Strain the drink into the glass, top with the club soda and garnish with a cucumber slice.

PIMM'S CUP WITH MUDDLED CUCUMBER



Pimm's Cup With Muddled Cucumber image

Pimm's No. 1, a gin-based liqueur, is named after James Pimm, the bar owner who created it in the mid 1800s. By the 1860s, it was bottled. At one point, there were other "cups," numbered 2 through 6, based on brandy, rum and other spirits. But the No. 1, a reddish tonic with citrusy and bitter notes, has always been the star, and it is not quite like anything else on the shelf. The Pimm's Cup's skeletal components are nothing more than a measure of Pimm's and roughly three measures of either lemonade, lemon soda or ginger ale (your preference), served over ice in a long glass and typically garnished with cucumber.

Provided by Robert Simonson

Categories     cocktails

Yield 1 drink.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sugar
1 1/4-inch-thick slice of unpeeled cucumber
1 1/2 ounces Pimm's No. 1
1/2 ounce gin, preferably Beefeater
1 ounce lemon juice
Seltzer or sparkling water
Lemon wedges, for garnish
Mint, for garnish.

Steps:

  • Make a simple syrup: in a small pan, heat sugar and 1 cup water; boil until sugar is melted. Cool. (It keeps in the refrigerator for weeks.)
  • In a cocktail shaker, muddle the cucumber. Add the Pimm's, gin, lemon juice and 3/4-ounce simple syrup. Shake.
  • Strain into a Collins glass filled with ice. Top with seltzer or sparkling water. Garnish with lemon wedge and mint sprig.

Tips:

  • Cucumber Selection: Choose fresh, firm cucumbers for the best flavor and crisp texture. Look for cucumbers with a deep green color and no blemishes.
  • Gin Quality: Opt for a high-quality gin that you enjoy the taste of. Different gins will impart different flavor profiles to the cocktail.
  • Chill the Ingredients: Before making the cocktail, chill the gin, lemon juice, and cucumber slices to ensure a refreshing and well-balanced drink.
  • Garnish with Care: Cucumber slices and lemon twists add a touch of elegance and freshness to the cocktail. Take the time to garnish your drinks beautifully.

Conclusion:

The Cucumber Lemon Gin cocktail is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of crisp cucumber, zesty lemon, and herbaceous gin, this cocktail is sure to please a crowd. Whether you are hosting a party or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, the Cucumber Lemon Gin cocktail is a delightful choice that is easy to make and even easier to enjoy.

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