Sparkling Cucumber Mint Lemonade (Printable)

Light and refreshing cucumber mint lemonade for hot days.

# What you'll need:

→ Produce

01 - 1 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced
02 - 1 large lemon, juiced (about 3 tbsp)
03 - 12-15 fresh mint leaves

→ Sweetener

04 - 3 tbsp honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)

→ Liquids

05 - 3 cups (700 ml) sparkling water, chilled

→ Garnish (optional)

06 - Lemon slices
07 - Cucumber slices
08 - Extra mint sprigs
09 - Ice cubes

# How to make it:

01 - Place the cucumber slices, mint leaves, lemon juice, and honey/agave in a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
02 - Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove pulp, pressing gently to extract as much liquid as possible.
03 - Add chilled sparkling water to the pitcher and stir gently.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon juice if desired.
05 - Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour the mocktail over ice.
06 - Garnish with lemon slices, cucumber rounds, and mint sprigs if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert suggestions:

01 -
  • It's a refreshing twist that takes you straight to summer, no matter the season.
  • This mocktail is not just a drink; it's a conversation starter, brightening any gathering!
02 -
  • It's easy to over-sweeten this drink, so start with less and adjust as you go!
  • For an extra refreshing twist, add a splash of ginger juice—it's a game-changer!
03 -
  • Make the cucumber-mint-lemon base ahead of time for easy assembly when guests arrive.
  • For a unique twist, try infusing your sparkling water with herbs like basil or dill!
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