gin and tonic with mint and cucumber

Your email address will not be published. Beautiful photos as well. And Gin, well…. Squeeze the cucumber and mint leaves in a citrus press (one of my go-to kitchen tools) over the ice, then dump the squished cucumber and mint into the glass. So good!! I had Cucumber juice in Mexico. Made this recipe? Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window). This sparkling cucumber mint gin is soon to be your new favorite summer cocktail! If you’re feeling extra, you can also serve this alongside cucumber sorbet for the ultimate refresher. Clearly I am not a person holding a degree in nutrition. Sounds perfect for the heat wave we are having here! Place three to four cucumber cubes into a double old fashioned glass and add the gin, pour over the tonic and add a mint sprig. 1 ounce gin (I prefer Hendrick’s) Tonic water to top. Supplement with regular ice cubes if you prefer a really cold drink. I'm P.C. Except maybe a Basil Ginger Lemon Saketini. OOOO, that looks refreshing!! I happen to think that an icy gin and tonic is the most refreshing simple summer cocktail. !” Cue the band! Add enough water to make two cups. Stuck in the Med Home » Recipes » Cocktails & Drinks » Gin and Tonic with Fresh Cucumber, Mint, and Lime. Top with the mint leaves, sugar and salt and add a little water to get things going. July 14, 2010 by The Runaway Spoon 4 Comments. I hope you’ll try these out! Squeeze the cucumber and mint leaves in a citrus press (one of my go-to kitchen tools) over the ice, then dump the squished cucumber and mint into the glass. I recommend only three or four cubes per drink, as they do melt and add some texture to the cocktail. Some publishing friends and I have been chatting about the notion of a Detox/Retox Cocktail book, which essentially….well, hopefully you get what that would be all about. Perhaps it reminds me of punting parties in the park when I was a student at Oxford, or makes me feel sophisticated because my elegant grandmother ordered them when we traveled. YAY! So Katie writing a cookbook about dinner? Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window). 4 ice cubes Required fields are marked *. There is something about the combination of mint, lime and cucumber slices that elevates the refreshing quality of a classic G&T. Filed Under: Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetables, Snacks And Starters Tagged With: cocktails, cucumber, Drinks, gin, mint, summer, tonic. And this drink? The Little Epicurean contains paid advertising banners and sponsored posts. July 14, 2010 by The Runaway Spoon 4 Comments. I’m definitely going to need to give this a try! Plus, get exclusive recipes, tips, and previews through our weekly newsletter. I think I am like most people. And of course, how much gin you use is up to you! I'm P.C. Banana Pumpkin Bread with Figs and Pecans, Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies with hazelnut & sea salt, Champorado (Filipino Chocolate Rice Porridge), Enjoy a taste of the tropics all year long with this. Your email address will not be published. Just being in the kitchen makes me happy. I hope you’ll try these out! Pour the liquid into a 2-cup measuring cup (you should have about 1 cup of liquid). The addition of a few unexpected ingredients make the cocktail super refreshing and a bit more special. Until you get there I’m sure a few of these delicious drinks will see you through. I shared about the wedding ceremony in part one and the dinner reception part two.). But, if you want to take it to another level, the magnificent blueprint can be adapted easily. Enjoy! Congratulations! since it debuted in 2012. Any products I mention are items I genuinely like and personally use. This was made for those hot summer nights (tell me more, tell me more....). Pour the liquid into a 2-cup measuring cup (you should have about 1 cup of liquid). Puree the cucumber and mint until smooth. sign up to have new recipes sent directly to your inbox and receive my FREE Homemade Apple Pie Baking Guide! June 11, 2014 by Alida Ryder 4 Comments. Worked like a charm. We poured over recipes trying to find one that sounded tasty and unique, but in the end we decided on a jazzed-up Gin and Tonic. Thanks so much for trying out the recipe! A loves a good G&T, and they're one of my favorite drinks because they remind me of summers at the lake. Okay, first of all you have the most adorable profile photo ever! I'm obsessed with cucumbers right now - they're really refreshing when it's so hot outside. I thought about G&T with cucumber and mint. Learn how your comment data is processed. My dad used to mix up his first gin and tonic of the year as soon as the weather started to get warmer, and I know there are many people who consider gin and tonic to be the quintessential summer drink – and then don’t drink them during the colder months. Her book also offers up plenty of smart, practical cooking advice you’ll actually use.”, “I am A BIG FAN OF KATIE WORKMAN, and as the mother of four, a big fan of delicious dinner recipes. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Obviously, the size of your ice cube tray will determine how many cubes you get from this, but it should be enough for several cocktails. [/recipe], Your email address will not be published. Awww, thanks Melanie! Copyright © 2020 ALWAYS EAT DESSERT on the Foodie Pro Theme. 1 lime wedge. I live, mostly in my kitchen, in my hometown of Memphis, Tennessee. INGREDIENTS: Maybe that’s a messed up way to measure the speed to summer, but it’s an indicator (he did fine with rose, so nobody get panicky). I sometimes have a slice of cucumber with Hendrick’s and have recently tried muddling mint in with the ice. gin, lime, mint, orange bitters, tonic, ice, English cucumber and 1 more Spanish Gin Tonics Fox and Briar peppercorns, ice, juniper berries, mint, fresh herbs, edible flowers and 5 more FTC Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Pour the cucumber juice into ice cube trays and freeze until solid. The amount of choices for every little detail is… in one word: INSANE. Thank you so much Ginny! Dug- I didn’t get any notes of raita off theses cubes just, light, fragrant, refreshing mint and cucmber notes. But instead of dressing, there’s gin! pinch of salt. For someone who is absolutely obsessed with G&T’s, I … To make a delicious gin and tonic using Hendrick's, all you need is the gin, some tonic water, cucumber slices and a dash of freshly squeezed lime juice. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Your email address will not be published. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Details are so important to me; they're what takes anything (an event, an outfit, a presentation at work, or a meal) from good to great. As a parent of two, Workman is no stranger to dealing with picky eaters or reworking leftovers into something exciting. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Drink.). Starting with cold tonic can help as well. Usually I makeG&Ts with the classic wedge of lime, but I was feeling frisky (also, this tip from my late father: to make a gin and tonic without having to stir it, and still have everything be nicely blended, put the ice cubes in a glass, squeeze the lime wedge over the ice, pour in the gin, then add the tonic which bubbles everything together. So glad you found me! These look so refreshing! I think this drink would  be an obvious contender – cucumber and mint? UPDATE: This post was written in 2015. Explore delicious gin cocktail recipes from Hendrick's Gin. Here at ALWAYS EAT DESSERT you’ll find recipes and tips for baking indulgent treats from scratch with confidence. Filed Under: Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetables, Snacks And Starters Tagged With: cocktails, cucumber, Drinks, gin, mint, summer, tonic. Mixing Methods in Baking: How to Fold, Beat, & Stir. Stir for about 30 seconds. Add a little more water if needed. Absolutely gorgeous and looks so refreshing. Add cucumber slices, mint leaves, and lime wedge. 1 oz gin 4 ice cubes tonic water 4 cucumber slices 3 mint leaves. Pop in two dashes of mint bitters and a tablespoon of chocolate liqueur. I recently added a little drained cucumber juice leftover from another recipe to an evening gin and loved the bright combo. Two ingredients, lots of ice, and a squeeze of lime and happy hour begins. Your email address will not be published. While every wedding includes vows, a dress, and some food, it's the details that we've planned for our big day that will make our wedding uniquely ours. Add a little more water if needed. Introduce the tonic then garnish with a few sprigs of mint and some luxurious grated dark chocolate. Allison Ferraro | Food Photography & Styling, Gin and Tonic with Fresh Cucumber, Mint, and Lime, « Mint Chocolate Pudding Cups (aka grown-up dirt dessert). Notify me via e-mail if anyone answers my comment. Fill your glass with ice then add the gin, elderflower cordial and a good squeeze of lime juice and top up with tonic or soda water. Cut the cucumber into small chunks and drop into a blender. 349 Shares. Baker, cake maker, and cocktail shaker. Pour in the gin, then pour in the tonic, and give a quick stir. Rating: 3.69 stars 62 Ratings. You may need to press down on the cucumbers to get them into the blades. 1 seedless (English) cucumber. :). I decided to try them in a gin and tonic, and it turned out really well. 4 cucumber slices Don’t throw away the pulp from the cucumbers, it’s great stirred into Greek yogurt to make a dip for fresh vegetables. This summer has been so busy that Gary didn’t actually get his fair share of gin and tonics. “Katie Workman’s book has been rescuing busy moms (and dads!) These 10 simple serving suggestions use liqueur and fresh ingredients to complement the spirit and mixer combination. Garnish with sliced cucumber and sliced lime. Apparently that was the easy part for me. Top with the mint leaves, sugar and salt and add a little water to get things going. But I did wonder if mixing mint and cucumber might end up tasting a little too close to raita. And of course, how much gin you use is up to you! It’s like the alcoholic version of an infused spa water. Perhaps it reminds me of punting parties in the park when I was a student at Oxford, or makes me feel sophisticated because my elegant grandmother ordered them when we traveled. Required fields are marked *. Somewhere in the middle between food snob and food schlub. Warm weather calls for iced beverages. Why this cocktail is practically a salad! Classically trained pastry chef. I decided to try them in a gin and tonic, and it turned out really well. I thought about G&T with cucumber and mint. 3 mint leaves Perfection. This is a cause for celebration! Leave the puree to sit and drain into the bowl for about half an hour. Sign up now and receive my recipe newsletter full of dinnertime inspiration. Jump to Recipe Print Recipe. Clearly, you could use these cubes in any drink – even a cold glass of water would benefit. Oh yes please. Serve it up. Signing up for our newsletter means you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Mint sprigs for garnish. I happen to think that an icy gin and tonic is the most refreshing simple summer cocktail. Add cucumber slices, mint leaves, and lime wedge. Mint sprigs for garnish. I sometimes have a slice of cucumber with Hendrick’s and have recently tried muddling mint in with the ice. tonic water You may need to press down on the cucumbers to get them into the blades. LOVE the combo of mint + cucumber (and the gin sounds like a perfect addition — hehe). DIRECTIONS: In a lowball glass, add gin and ice cubes and top with tonic water. All Rights Reserved. I’m in for some sparkling cucumber mint gin any day Maryanne! Post a photo of your delicious creation on Instagram with our hashtag #dinnersolved, Holiday: Easter, Father’s Day, Game Day, Labor Day, Memorial Day. Strain mint and store mint syrup in the fridge until ready to use. Clearly, you could use these cubes in any drink – even a cold glass of water would benefit. 1 oz gin In a lowball glass, add gin and ice cubes and top with tonic water.