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Cucumber spritz topped with mint.

Smashed Cucumber Spritz

When there are so many spritzes to choose from, try this herbaceous, refreshing cucumber one. It takes barely any work to make a natural cucumber syrup, and the flavor is both clean and refreshing. Perfect for a brunch, a cook out, a dinner party or for sipping by the pool.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4

Equipment

Ingredients

For the cucumber simple "syrup"
  • 1 medium seedless cucumber
  • 1/2 lemon, for juicing
  • 2 tablespoons Turbinado sugar
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint
For one cocktail:
  • 1 ounce cucumber syrup
  • 3 ounces dry prosecco or cava
  • 1-2 ounces seltzer water
  • Fresh mint, for garnish

Instructions 

  1. Halve the cucumber and set one half to the side. Take one half and slice it lengthwise, then use the palm of your hand on the flat side of the knife to smash the cucumbers cut side down. Slice the smashed cucumbers and add them to a container.
  2. Squeeze in the juice from 1/2 of a lemon (about 2 tablespoons), 2 tablespoons Turbinado sugar, and tear in 1/2 cup of fresh mint. Muddle this all together. You’ll see the cucumbers immediately start to release some liquid.
  3. Seal the container and set it in the fridge for an hour. The cucumbers will continue to release some extract. You can store this for up to 24 hours, if you’d like to prep ahead.
  4. Take the remaining cucumber half and use a peeler to make nice long strips. Use these to line four wine glasses.
  5. To make the cocktail, strain the liquid “syrup” out of the cucumber mixture. To a cucumber-lined wine glass, add crushed ice, 1 ounce of the syrup, 3 ounces of dry sparkling wine, then top with seltzer water. Garnish with mint and enjoy.
Serving: 1 cocktailCalories: 109kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1g