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April 26, 2008

Damn! It's hot...Need. Cold. Drink. Now.

Cucmintsprt_2As evidenced by today, we've had some scary random high temps this year.  Since it feels too early for watermelon -- it not even being May yet and all -- cucumber is the best cool ingredient at the moment.

My attempt last night to recreate the fantastic cucumber cocktails (cuke-tails?) I've had this week at Hatfield's and Hungry Cat wasn't a raging success. But I've repurposed the ingredients to make a daytime Cucumber Mint Spritzer. Sort of like a virgin cucumber mojito. It's awesome on a day like today.

I like the ratios below, but feel free to tinker to find your magic combo.

5 ounces seltzer
2 oz. fresh cucumber juice
1/2 teaspoon simple syrup
10-15 muddled mint leaves
Combine ingredients and garnish with mint leaves and cucumber slice.

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Comments

What are you talking about, the cuke-tail was delicious! Although some muddled mint would've been good in there too. And now that you mention watermelon, I bet a blend would be great... the cucumber would keep it from being too sweet.

The grass is always greener i suppose, but I could go for some hot, hot LA weather right about now (and some beach time of course). The drink looks delish--and I'm sure I will regret my desire for hot weather come July.

The HC's cucumber martini contains a goodly portion of lime juice, too.

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