CUCUMBER LIME MARTINI

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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     beverage

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 English cucumber
1 teaspoon grated lime zest plus 1 cup fresh lime juice
3/4 to 1 cup chilled Simple Syrup, recipe follows
Handful of fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons fresh dill fronds, plus more for garnish
4 shots cold vodka or gin
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Slice 4 very thin slices from the cucumber, then peel, seed and coarsely chop the rest. Combine the lime juice, chopped cucumber, some Simple Syrup and 2 cups cold water in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a pitcher and stir in the lime zest, mint and dill. Cover and refrigerate until very cold, at least 2 hours. Keep the cucumber slices covered and chilled.
  • Put some ice, a shot of vodka and some of the lime mixture in a cocktail shaker and shake for 10 seconds. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a cucumber slice, some mint and dill. Repeat to make 3 more martinis.
  • Bring the sugar and 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium high heat. When the sugar is completely dissolved, remove the saucepan from the heat and cool the syrup to room temperature. Refrigerate, covered, for up to 1 week.

Koyal Rigg
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I'm not a big fan of cucumber, but this martini is actually pretty good. The lime and basil help to balance out the cucumber flavor.


Amrin Sheak
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This martini is too sweet for me. I think I'll try making it with less simple syrup next time.


Rylie Nichols
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I'm not sure I like the taste of this martini. The cucumber and lime are a bit too strong for me.


Aliadnan Aliadnan
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This martini is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers and limes. It's also a great way to impress your friends with your bartending skills!


comedainbruises comedainbruises
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I love the presentation of this martini. The cucumber and lime slices make it look so elegant.


Joyce Ramazani
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This martini is perfect for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the cucumber and lime give it a nice, cool flavor.


joy Hassan
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I'm not usually a fan of martinis, but this one is amazing! The cucumber and lime are so refreshing, and the vodka gives it just the right amount of kick.


Samuel Alemayehu
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This is my new favorite martini! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ansaf Ansaf
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I love the unique flavor of this martini! The cucumber and lime are a perfect combination, and the hint of basil is really nice.


Mercy Waruiru
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Cucumber lime martini is a great summer drink. It's refreshing, light, and has a perfect balance of sweet and sour. I made it for a party last weekend and it was a hit!