Refreshing Vodka Cucumber Lemonade

Name: Refreshing Vodka Cucumber Lemonade
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 57 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 300 ml vodka; 2 cucumbers; 6 lemons; 170 g granulated sugar; 500 ml soda water; 1 bowl ice

This crisp and cooling vodka cucumber lemonade is the ultimate summer refresher. Combining zesty fresh lemons with hydrating cucumber and smooth vodka, it's the perfect pitcher drink for garden parties and sunny afternoons.

Servings6 Portions

Prep Time12 Mins

Cook Time45 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

vodka
300 ml
cucumbers
2
lemons
6
granulated sugar
170 g
soda water
500 ml
ice
1 bowl

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a heatproof bowl, combine the golden granulated sugar with 180ml of hot water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved to create a simple syrup. Set the syrup aside to cool completely, then stir in the fresh lemon juice.

Place the chopped cucumbers into a blender with a small splash of water. Blitz on high speed until the mixture is completely liquefied and smooth.

Fill a large pitcher with ice cubes. Pour in the vodka, the prepared lemon syrup, and the cucumber puree. Stir vigorously to combine all the flavors.

Top up the pitcher with chilled soda water and give it a final gentle stir. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and serve immediately in chilled glasses.

Chef's Tips

For a crystal-clear drink, strain the cucumber puree through a fine-mesh sieve before adding it to the pitcher. You can also add a few sprigs of fresh mint for an extra layer of cooling flavor.