Minty Cucumber Green Tea Spritz

This refreshing cocktail combines the crisp flavors of Luzianne(r) Iced Green Tea, muddled cucumber, and fresh mint with a hint of herbaceous gin. Perfect for a relaxing summer day or as a delightful mocktail without the gin.

Minty Cucumber Green Tea Spritz

A light and revitalizing cocktail featuring green tea, cucumber, mint, and gin.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 slice cucumber (2-inch), peeled, seeded and roughly chopped
  • 5 fresh mint leaves
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons light agave nectar (or simple syrup)
  • Ice, for shaking and serving
  • 1/2 cup Luzianne(r) Iced Green Tea, strongly brewed and chilled
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 1/2 ounces herbaceous gin (like Hendrick's(r) Gin or The Botanist gin(r))
  • 1 splash soda water
  • Sprig of mint, for garnish
  • Lime twist, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Muddle cucumber, mint, and agave nectar in a cocktail shaker until the cucumber is thoroughly mashed.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice, then add green tea, lime juice, and gin. Cover and shake until well chilled, about 20 seconds.
  3. Strain the mixture into a highball glass with ice. Add a splash of soda water.
  4. Garnish with a tiny sprig of mint and a twist of lime, then serve.