Cilantro-Cucumber Lemonade Spritz
A delightful and refreshing Cilantro-Cucumber Lemonade Spritz, perfect for a summer day. This cocktail combines the crispness of cucumber, the zing of cilantro, and the tangy freshness of lemonade. Whether enjoyed as a mocktail or with a splash of vodka or gin, this beverage is sure to tantalize your taste buds and keep you cool all season long.
Cilantro-Cucumber Lemonade Spritz
A refreshing and invigorating Cilantro-Cucumber Lemonade Spritz, perfect for a hot summer day.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 English hothouse cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, plus extra for garnish
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 1/2 oz vodka or gin (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, create a simple syrup by boiling the sugar and 1/2 cup of water until the sugar dissolves. Let it cool.
- Blend the majority of the cucumber slices and cilantro with 1/4 cup of water until it reaches a liquid consistency.
- In a pitcher, combine the simple syrup, cucumber-cilantro blend, lemon juice, and 3 cups of water. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
- Pour the mixture into frosted glasses, add the alcohol if desired, and garnish with the reserved cucumber slices and cilantro sprigs.