Invigorating Cucumber Mint Cocktail

This refreshing cocktail is the perfect balance of sweet and sour, with a cool cucumber kick and a hint of mint to awaken your taste buds. It's the perfect drink to cool you down on a hot summer day.

Instructions

1. 1

   Make the mint simple syrup: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the water, sugar, and roughly chopped mint leaves. Bring to a low boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mint is fragrant. Remove from the heat and let cool for 5-10 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve. Store remaining mint syrup in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

2. 2

   In a cocktail shaker, combine the cucumber rounds, lime juice, whole mint leaves, and 1 tablespoon of the mint simple syrup. Muddle for 1-2 minutes, until the cucumber and mint have released their flavors, but are not mushy.

3. 3

   Pour in the vodka and fill the shaker halfway with ice. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Fill a Collins glass with ice and pour in the strained cocktail.

5. 5

   Garnish with the cucumber ribbons.

6. 6

   Enjoy!

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