- 4 slices fresh cucumber
- 6-8 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp agave syrup or honey optional, adjust to taste
- Sparkling water unflavored or cucumber/lime flavored
- Ice cubes
- Extra mint and cucumber slice for garnish
In a shaker or sturdy glass, muddle the cucumber slices and mint leaves until fragrant and slightly broken down.Add lime juice and agave syrup (if using), then fill the shaker with ice.Shake well for 10–15 seconds or stir vigorously if using a glass.Strain into a tall glass filled with ice.Top with sparkling water to your liking.Garnish with a cucumber ribbon or mint sprig. Serve immediately.
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For a sugar-free version, skip the agave or swap for a sugar-free sweetener.
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Want an extra chill factor? Freeze cucumber slices and use them in place of ice.
