CUCUMBER GIMLETS

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Yield Makes 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large cucumbers (1 1/2 pounds total)
1/2 cup gin
4 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup ice cubes
4 lime slices

Steps:

  • Slice four 1/4-inch-thick slices from 1 cucumber. Peel and coarsely chop remaining cucumbers; transfer to processor and purée until smooth. Pour through fine strainer set over large bowl, pressing on solids in strainer. Discard solids in strainer.
  • Mix 1 cup cucumber juice, gin, lime juice, and sugar in pitcher; stir until sugar dissolves. Add ice; mix well. Immediately strain mixture into 4 small Martini glasses. Garnish with lime and cucumber slices and serve.

Dip Mollick
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These were really good, but I think I would have liked them even more with a little less cucumber.


Daniel Vukelic
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I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out great! I'll definitely be making these again.


Cathy Dyer
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These were a little too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference.


PRINCE WAHID
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I'm not usually a fan of gimlets, but these were really good. The cucumber made them refreshing and easy to drink.


MAAZ COBRA
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These are the best gimlets I've ever had. The cucumber adds a really nice touch.


Sserunjogi Hakisam
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I wasn't sure about the cucumber in a gimlet, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now my new favorite summer cocktail.


Andrea Tinoco
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5 stars! These were a hit with my friends.


Sabbir Niloy
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These were easy to make and turned out great! I'll definitely be making them again.


Md Badol
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I love the combination of cucumber and lime in this recipe. It's so unique and flavorful.


Yasin Ait
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So refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day.


Jiban Budha
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These were delicious! I used a little less lime juice than the recipe called for and they were perfect.


Allan Mubiru
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I've made these gimlets several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The cucumber adds a really unique flavor that makes them stand out from other gimlets.


Malak Zeedan
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These Cucumber Gimlets were a hit at my last party! They're so refreshing and easy to make. I love the subtle cucumber flavor.