Cucumber Martini
Bright and refreshing, this Cucumber Martini is made with fresh cucumber, mint, lemon juice, vodka (or gin), and elderflower liqueur to create a cocktail that is as elegant as it is delicious.
Servings 1
Calories 323kcal
Ingredients
- 3- inch piece of cucumber skinned, seeded, chopped
- 2-3 fresh mint leaves
- .5 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 3 ounces vodka or gin
- 1 ounce elderflower liqueur
- .5 ounce simple syrup
- thinly sliced cucumber to garnish
Instructions
- Add the chopped cucumber, mint leaves, and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker. Crush the cucumbers and mint using a muddler.
- Fill the cocktail shaker with ice. Top with vodka, elderflower liqueur, and simple syrup.
- Shake vigorously.
- Strain into a martini or coupe glass. Garnish with a thinly sliced cucumber on a cocktail pick.
Nutrition
Calories: 323kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 31mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 86IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.4mg