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Cucumber Mint Margarita Recipe

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A refreshing and vibrant Cucumber Mint Margarita featuring fresh cucumber slices, mint simple syrup, and quality blanco tequila. Perfect for a cooling summer cocktail with a hint of sweetness and citrus zest.

Ingredients

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For the Margarita:

  • 4 ounces blanco tequila
  • 2 ounces fresh lime juice
  • 1 ounce mint simple syrup (see below)
  • 1 handful cucumber slices
  • Crushed ice
  • Lime wedges (for garnish)
  • Margarita salt (for the rim)

For the Mint Simple Syrup:

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 bunch fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Mint Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1/3 cup sugar and 1/3 cup water. Heat gently over medium heat, stirring frequently until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat, add the bunch of fresh mint leaves, and allow the mixture to steep as it cools for about 15-20 minutes. Strain out the mint leaves and refrigerate the syrup until chilled.
  2. Prepare the Glass: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your margarita glass, then dip the rim into margarita salt, coating it evenly. Set aside.
  3. Muddle Cucumber Slices: In a cocktail shaker or mixing glass, lightly muddle a handful of cucumber slices to release their juice and aroma without pulverizing them.
  4. Mix the Margarita: Add the tequila, fresh lime juice, and 1 ounce of mint simple syrup to the muddled cucumber in the shaker. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
  5. Serve: Fill the prepared glass with crushed ice. Strain the margarita mixture into the glass over the ice. Garnish with a lime wedge or extra mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use blanco tequila for a clean and bright flavor that complements the cucumber and mint.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the cocktail by varying the amount of mint simple syrup to taste.
  • For a stronger mint flavor, let the mint steep longer in the simple syrup or add fresh mint leaves as garnish.
  • Crushed ice helps to dilute the drink slowly, keeping it refreshing for longer.
  • Salt the rim carefully to balance the sweet and sour flavors without overpowering the margarita.

Keywords: Cucumber Mint Margarita, margarita, cocktail, tequila, mint simple syrup, summer drink, refreshing cocktail

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