Refreshing Minty Cucumber Drink

Cool down with this crisp, uplifting Cucumber-Mint Spritzer—it’s super light and will keep you hydrated when it’s really hot out. Juicy citrus, fresh mint, and crunchy cucumber come together for a tasty pick-me-up you’ll want all summer.

Ingredients

• Ice Cubes: Toss in as many ice cubes as you like so your drink's nice and chilly.
• Lemon Seltzer Water: You'll need 1 liter to get those fizzy vibes just right.
• Lemons or Limes: Grab 2, squeeze 1 and a half into the mix, and cut up that last half for decorating glasses.
• Fresh Mint Leaves: Six leaves (plus extra for a cute finish) bring loads of fresh, punchy taste.
• Mini Cucumbers: Three minis, sliced thin—ribbons or rounds, it’s your call—for crunchy freshness at the base.

Instructions

Step 5:

Pour your spritzer over plenty of ice in tall glasses. If you want, plop in some lemon or lime slices and a mint sprig to make it look fancy.

Step 4:

Fill the pitcher with that bubbly lemon seltzer. Mix everything together until it looks super refreshing.

Step 3:

Squeeze juice from 1 and a half lemons (or limes) right in there. That last half? Save it for your glass later.

Step 2:

Grab your mint leaves, toss them into the same pitcher, and lightly smush them up with the cucumber to draw out all that minty flavor.

Step 1:

Take your mini cucumbers and slice them up nice and thin with a veggie peeler or mandoline—then drop the pieces into your big pitcher.

Serving and Storage Tips

• If you pop a leaf of mint and a citrus slice in each glass, it’ll taste even better and look awesome too.
• It’s best right after you make it, but if you’ve got leftovers, stash them in the fridge and use within 2 days. Stir before pouring again.
• Always pour it over ice so it’s extra cool and super thirst-quenching.

Helpful Notes

• Want more mint? Just throw in extra leaves when you muddle everything at the start.
• If you’re craving something sweeter, a spoonful of honey or agave stirred in before the bubbles works great.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

• Chef Ottolenghi likes adding slices of ginger—gives it a warm, zippy kick that plays nice with mint.
• Chef Jamie Oliver says a dash of elderflower cordial can sneak in a sweet flower note that totally perks up the drink.

Why You'll Love This

• You can mix this up in under 10 minutes. It’s super simple, so it’s awesome for surprise guests.
• Cucumber and mint together? That combo totally wakes up your taste buds, plus the citrus makes it even brighter.
• You'll stay refreshed and hydrated, whether it's a hot afternoon or a hangout with friends on the patio.

Variations

• Try mixing in a few raspberry or strawberry slices if you want it fruity and a bit different.
• If you don't have lemon seltzer, swap for plain soda water, and sweeten up with a little honey or agave if you’d like.
• Pour in an extra splash of sparkling water if you can't get enough bubbles in your glass.