Best 4 Cucumber Mint Lime Gimlet Recipes

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**Cucumber Mint Lime Gimlet: A Refreshing Summer Cocktail**

Looking for a refreshing and flavorful cocktail to enjoy on a hot summer day? Look no further than the Cucumber Mint Lime Gimlet. This easy-to-make cocktail is made with gin, cucumber, mint, lime juice, and simple syrup. The result is a light and refreshing cocktail that is perfect for sipping on a patio or by the pool. In addition to the classic Cucumber Mint Lime Gimlet, this article also includes recipes for two variations on the classic: a Spicy Cucumber Gimlet and a Cucumber Gimlet Spritz. So whether you're looking for a classic cocktail or something a little different, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll love.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CUCUMBER MINT GIMLET



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Serve the ultimate country-club libation: gimlets. Swap out vodka and Rose's lime juice for cucumber gin, fresh lime, and simple syrup tinged with mint, and then serve with tea sandwiches. Polka dot napkins in a shade that matches the drink pack a coordinating graphic punch. "Pearls" paper napkin, $5 for 20, casparionline.com.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 1/2 cups Cucumber Gin (or 2 oz.), how-to follows
2 1/4 cups fresh lime juice (or 1 oz.)
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons Mint Simple Syrup (or 1/2 oz.), how-to follows
Cucumber peels, for garnish
Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish
Steep 2 1/2 cups diced, peeled cucumber in 4 1/2 cups gin, covered and chilled, 8 hours to 4 days (or 1/2 cup cucumber in 1 cup gin). Strain; store indefinitely in the refrigerator.
Heat 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water over medium-high heat, stirring until dissolved. Add 1 cup mint leaves; remove from heat. Cover; steep 30 minutes to 1 hour. Strain; discard mint. Refrigerate up to 2 months.

Steps:

  • In a 2-quart pitcher, stir gin, lime juice,and syrup. Refrigerate. To serve, pourinto a cocktail shaker filled with ice,shake vigorously, and divide amongice-filled 10-ounce glasses. (For a singledrink, mix in a cocktailshaker filledwith ice, and shake.) Garnish each withcucumber peel and mint.

CUCUMBER-MINT GIMLETS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Peel, seed and chop 6 English cucumbers. Puree, then strain through a sieve into a bowl, pressing to extract the juice. Chill. Combine 1/3 cup lemon juice, 8 sprigs mint and 1/4 cup sugar in a pitcher; muddle with a wooden spoon. Stir in 2 cups gin, the cucumber juice and some cucumber and lemon slices. Divide among 6 to 8 ice-filled glasses.

CUCUMBER MINT GIMLET



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This cocktail reflects the past influence of the British Empire in India. Time does not include steeping the cucumber or making the simple syrup - you'll want to plan ahead

Provided by momaphet

Categories     Beverages

Time 2m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 ounces cucumber gin (see below)
1 ounce fresh lime juice
1/2 ounce mint simple syrup (see below)
fresh mint sprig (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Mix in a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and shake.) Garnish each with mint.
  • Cucumber Gin : Steep 1/2 cup diced, peeled cucumber in 1 cup gin 8 hours to 4 days. Strain; store indefinitely in the refrigerator. Easily multiplied.
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  • Mint Simple Syrup : Heat 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water over medium-high heat, stirring until dissolved. Add 1 cup mint leaves; remove from heat. Cover; steep 30 minutes to 1 hour. Strain; discard mint. Refrigerate up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158, Sodium 1.8, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.5, Protein 0.1

CUCUMBER, MINT & LIME GIMLET



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Categories     Citrus     Quick & Easy

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 mint leaves (basil makes a nice substitution)
2 (.25-inch) slices Cucumber
1.5 oz vodka or gin
splash of limeade or lemonade
splash of club soda or seltzer
squeeze of fresh lime
Garnish: Lime wedge or cucumber wheel
Glass: Rocks

Steps:

  • In a shaker, muddle the mint and cucumber. Add the remaining ingredients and fill with ice. Shake well and strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with a lime wedge or cucumber wheel.

Tips:

  • For a well-balanced gimlet, use equal parts gin, lime juice, and simple syrup. Adjust the ratios to taste, depending on your preferred tartness and sweetness.
  • Fresh lime juice is essential for a great gimlet. Use the juice of 1-2 limes per cocktail, depending on their size and juiciness.
  • If you don't have simple syrup, you can make your own by dissolving 1 cup of sugar in 1 cup of boiling water. Let it cool completely before using.
  • Cucumber and mint add a refreshing touch to this classic cocktail. For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cucumber and mint leaves.
  • Serve the gimlet immediately over ice. Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint.

Conclusion:

The cucumber-mint-lime gimlet is a refreshing and flavorful twist on the classic gimlet cocktail. With its combination of gin, lime, cucumber, mint, and simple syrup, this cocktail is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're enjoying it at a party or relaxing at home, the cucumber-mint-lime gimlet is sure to please.

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