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Cucumber Mint Cooler Recipe

Cucumber Mint Cooler

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This Cucumber Mint Cooler is the ultimate refreshing summer drink—cool cucumber, fresh mint, bright lime, and a touch of honey come together in just 10 minutes for a naturally hydrating, low-calorie beverage that's impressive enough for dinner parties yet simple enough for any afternoon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 4 glasses
Calories 65 kcal

Equipment

  • High-powered blender
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Large Pitcher At least 2 quart capacity
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Citrus juicer
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Serving glasses
  • Muddler (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large English cucumbers peeled and roughly chopped, about 4 cups
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves packed; plus extra for garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice about 2-3 limes; approximately 60ml
  • 3 tbsp honey or agave nectar approximately 45ml
  • 3 cups cold water divided; approximately 720ml
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • sea salt pinch

For Serving

  • fresh lime slices
  • fresh mint sprigs for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Wash, peel, and roughly chop the cucumbers into 1–2 inch chunks, removing seeds if large. Rinse and pat dry the mint leaves, and roll limes on the counter before juicing.
  • Add cucumber, mint leaves, 1 cup cold water, and a pinch of salt to the blender; blend on high for 45–60 seconds until completely smooth and bright green.
  • Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a large pitcher, pressing with a spoon to extract all the liquid; discard the pulp.
  • Stir in the lime juice and honey until fully dissolved, then add the remaining 2 cups of cold water and taste, adjusting sweetness or acidity as needed.
  • Pour over ice in tall glasses and garnish each with a lime slice and a lightly slapped mint sprig to release its aroma; refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

  • Best cucumbers: English or Persian cucumbers are ideal—fewer seeds and less bitter skin than regular cucumbers.
  • Don't skip straining: Straining is essential for a smooth, restaurant-quality drink; take time to press out all the liquid.
  • Adjust sweetness gradually: Start with 2 tablespoons of honey and add more to taste—you can always sweeten more but not less.
  • Fresh mint only: Dried mint has a medicinal flavor that won't work here; fresh basil is the best substitute if mint is unavailable.
  • Slap your garnish: Clap mint sprigs between your palms before garnishing to release aromatic oils and enhance the aroma.
  • Make ahead: Prepare the strained cucumber-mint base up to 2 days ahead; add lime juice, sweetener, and water just before serving.
  • Storage: Store in a sealed pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; stir well before serving as some separation is natural.
  • Freeze for later: Freeze leftover cooler in ice cube trays and use the cubes in sparkling water for instant refreshment.
  • Sparkling variation: Replace the still water with sparkling water added at the end for a fizzy, festive version.
  • Bitterness fix: If the drink tastes bitter, you likely have cucumber skin or seeds in the mix—peel cucumbers completely and blend no more than 60 seconds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1GlassCalories: 65kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gSodium: 45mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 2mg
Keyword cucumber mint cooler, cucumber water, non alcoholic drink, refreshing summer drink, summer mocktail
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