Refreshing Green Oasis Mocktail.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh cucumber juice (from about 2 cucumbers)
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup simple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup sparkling water or lemon-lime soda
- Ice cubes
- Cucumber slices or lime wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Peel and chop the cucumbers, then blend them in a blender or food processor until smooth. Strain the cucumber juice through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove any solids. You should have approximately 1 cup of fresh cucumber juice.
- In a mixing jug or cocktail shaker, combine the cucumber juice, freshly squeezed lime juice, simple syrup or honey, and fresh mint leaves. Stir or shake well to infuse the flavors.
- Fill a glass with ice cubes to chill it.
- Carefully pour the cucumber and lime mixture into the chilled glass.
- Slowly top up the glass with sparkling water or lemon-lime soda. Adjust the amount based on your preference for carbonation.
- Stir gently to mix all the ingredients together.
- If desired, garnish the drink with cucumber slices or lime wedges for an added touch of freshness and visual appeal.
- Serve the Refreshing Green Oasis Mocktail immediately and enjoy its cool green color and invigorating flavors.
This refreshing non-alcoholic drink combines the crispness of cucumber, the zing of lime, and the refreshing aroma of mint, creating a vibrant green oasis in your glass. Enjoy this revitalizing mocktail!