SPECIFICATIONS: Allergen Free, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Kosher, No Artificial Sweeteners, & Non-GMO Add the sugar and water to a saucepan, stir to mix a bit, then put the heat on medium high. Bring to a boil, simmer for a minute. Remove from the heat and add the cucumber, both the peel and the chunks. Let cool to room temperature, strain into a jar, and refrigerate. [I have seen a suggestion to let this stand in the fridge overnight before straining to get the maximum cucumber flavor but I don’t think this is actually necessary; a couple of hours cooling to room temperature seems to work just fine.] Margaritas at home are simple because they require few ingredients and even less time to put ‘em together! And this margarita recipe is absolutely worth mixing up to share. Serve up your cucumber lime agua frescas with fresh cucumber slices, lime slices, and sprigs of fresh mint for garnish. Cucumber slices: Add a few cucumber slices to the glass or pitcher; you’ll need to buy an extra cucumber for this.

Great Flavor! You will love how the flavor of the cucumber really shines in this cucumber agua fresca and how perfectly the lime and mint pair with the subtle herby flavor of the cucumber. Serving this cucumber lemonade for a party or entertaining guests? It’s nice to add a few garnishes to the glass to make it look festive. Here’s what we like to do: Easy to Make in Large Batches! Making it perfect for parties or outdoor BBQs. Simply use the 1X, 2X, or 3X servings in the recipe card to adjust the number of servings. Freshly muddled cucumber, vermouth and vodka create a refreshing botanical cucumber martini. Hints of lime add contrast and complexity to this summertime sipper. Green, refreshing, and delicious. Jump to: In an effort to entice myself to drink more water, I started adding cucumbers and other fruits, herbs, or vegetables to water to make it more interesting.

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Making homemade lemonade is easier than you think! the only time consuming part is juicing the lemons. Here are a few notes on the process, or jump to the recipe below for quantities: Cucumber: English / hot house / seedless cucumbers are the best variety to use in this cucumber martini, although any variety will blend just fine and taste great. Add a splash of soda water if you like. Pour into a glass and add a splash of soda waterif desired, which helps to open up the flavors. (We prefer it this way.) Garnish with a cucumber slice and serve!

Serve up cold!! Cucumber agua fresca tastes best when served up cold with lots of ice! Keep the cucumber base refrigerated until you are ready to serve.This year, I have been experimenting with life beyond “simple” syrup. Here’s a lovely idea, just one step up from the basic sugar + water of “simple” syrup. Add a cucumber, including the peel. It’s a refreshing drink with earthy, crisp notes. You get a slight bite and tang from the fresh lime juice and fresh mint. It’s bright green color and effervescence from the sparkling water makes it feel even lighter and more cooling. 🛒 Ingredients You Need