Description
The Elderflower Cucumber Cooler is a refreshing and light beverage that perfectly combines the floral notes of elderflower with the crispness of cucumber. Ideal for summer gatherings or as a cooling drink on a warm day, this cocktail is both elegant and easy to make. Serve it over ice and garnish with fresh cucumber slices and mint for an extra touch of freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup elderflower liqueur
- 2 cups cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 2 cups tonic water
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the sliced cucumber and elderflower liqueur. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove the cucumber pulp.
- Add the fresh lemon juice and tonic water to the pitcher, stirring gently to combine.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the Elderflower Cucumber Cooler over the ice.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and additional cucumber slices if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute elderflower liqueur with elderflower syrup and use sparkling water instead of tonic.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less lemon juice based on your taste preference.
- This drink can be made in larger quantities for parties, just maintain the same ratios.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0
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