The mint plants are taking steroids
These are so easy to make that seconds are in order.
Cucumber Martini
- 2 ounces cucumber liqueur
- 1 ounce vodka
- lemon-lime soda
Pour liqueur and vodka in a shaker with ice. Shake. Strain into a martini glass. Top with soda. Garnish with a cucumber slice or a ridiculously large mint leave.
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Refreshingly alcoholic !
I never knew there was such a thing as cucumber liqueur. Perfect for a summer cocktail! I’m so making these this weekend.
I could go for one of these right now – it’s 1am and still 90 degrees out!
Sounds very refreshing – didn’t know you got cucumber liqueur.
🙂 Mandy
This sounds like it could really freshen things up in the summer. Too cold for me now. 🙂
You do have the most amazing liqueurs in your drinks cabinet!
Yum, perfect for summer!
Hey, MINT! THAT, I have…in HUGE quantities.
The cukes just got their first leaves, so we’re still waiting on that…
Sounds refreshing!
I’m going to have to check around for Thatchers. I’ve not seen it but I haven’t really ben looking for it, either. Thanks for the heads-up; these martinis sound really good.
The blood orange is better. The mixed drinks are good, but we won’t get the cucumber again. Just infuse the cucumbers yourself. More cost-effective too.
Cucumber martini? A martini purist, sorry but I’ll take a pass. Happy Thursday!!
SOunds great. I’ll take three. (considering how little I normally drink, this tells you how my day is going…. and it’s ONLY 7am! 😉
This sounds wonderful. It’s a little early in the day for it just yet, but that gives me time to find the ingredients. 🙂
I think I’d like it drier than that, but nice combination 😉
Mmm, yes please. Think you could infuse your own cucumber liqueur? I may have to experiment…
I love cucumber cocktails. The added freshness of cucumbers along with the zing from the alcohol make for a really nice drink. This one sounds fantastic.
Man! With the little heat wave we’re having up here, I could literally drink 8 of these right now. I’m sure I’d regret that in the morning … but who cares? It’s hot and I need a cocktail.
I’m thinking thirds.
cucumber liqueur? Get out of town!
Just looking at the company’s website, have you tried any of the others?
The blood orange. It’s actually better.
nearly blood orange season here. Love the little things!
Had this at a bar recently. Very tasty and yes the mint in my garden is taking over too!
Refreshing! could use one about now in this 90 + degree heat!
I guess you would be “cool as a cucumber” if you have one of these.
Yes please! Thanks for pointing out cucumber liqueur, I never knew it existed!
Gosh, I missed this. So happy I found it.
So much sugar in this drink, especially if you top it with lemon-lime soda. Plus, you’re missing out on an exceptional opportunity; the chance to pair cucumber and gin! If you really want to work the cucumber angle, and retain the allusion to the martini’s heritage, may I suggest:
1.5 oz gin (preferably Hendrick’s or Martin Miller)
.5 oz dry vermouth
.5 oz cucumber liqueur
Garnish with a cucumber slice.
If there is no juice or egg or cream in your drink, stirring is more appropriate than shaking, as it will preserve the clarity and smooth texture of your drink. Shaking aerates the drink, and will dull the subtle flavors of your spirits.
A great idea. Very summery and fresh.