Cucumber Mint Mocktail (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 large English cucumber, sliced
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1/2 cup lime juice, approximately 2.5 limes
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2 tablespoons agave, or substitute maple syrup or honey
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1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, about 10-12 leaves
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1 small piece of fresh ginger, about 2 inches
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2 cups filtered water
→ To Finish
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Club soda, to top off each mocktail
# Instructions:
01 -
In a blender, combine cucumber, mint, ginger, agave, and filtered water. Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Pour the blended mixture into a fine strainer to remove pulp and create a smooth juice. Set aside.
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Fill a glass with ice and add thinly sliced cucumber. Pour the strained green juice over the ice, leaving about 1 inch of space. Top with club soda and garnish with mint. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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For best results, use a high-speed blender to fully incorporate the ingredients into the mixture.
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A strainer will quickly remove pulp, but a cheese cloth works as an alternative.
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Add extra ginger for a more pronounced spicy kick.