Description
A refreshing and simple beverage that combines cucumber and mint with water for a cool summer drink that’s perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber, sliced thinly
- 10–15 fresh mint leaves
- 8 cups of water (filtered if preferred)
- Ice cubes (optional)
- A pinch of citrus (optional, such as a thin slice of lemon or a twist of lime)
- A sprig of rosemary for garnish (optional)
- A touch of honey for sweetness (optional)
Instructions
- Thinly slice the cucumber.
- In a large pitcher, combine the cucumber slices and mint leaves, gently pressing the mint to release its scent.
- Pour the water over the cucumber and mint, letting the ingredients settle.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve chilled, optionally adding ice and garnishing with a mint sprig or lemon wheel.
Notes
This drink can be customized with additional ingredients like ginger or orange for more flavor. It keeps well in the refrigerator for about 48 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cucumber, mint, refreshing drink, summer beverage, healthy drink