Gut Friendly Classic Cucumber Mint Mocktail
Cool, hydrating, and genuinely refreshing, this cucumber mint mocktail is the kind of drink that makes you feel good from the first sip. Cucumber is famously gentle on the digestive system, and fresh mint has long been celebrated for its soothing, gut-calming properties — so every ingredient here is pulling double duty on flavor and function. The muddling step is key: pressing the cucumber and mint together releases their natural juices and aromatic oils, giving you a vibrant, layered drink without any artificial flavors or additives to worry about. A touch of homemade simple syrup keeps sweetness in check, and the sparkling water adds just enough effervescence to make it feel celebratory without being harsh or bloating. Strained smooth and poured over ice, it's elegant enough for a dinner party but easy enough for a Tuesday afternoon. If you've been searching for a mocktail that actually makes your body feel as good as it tastes, this is the one to bookmark.
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2 servings
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
For the mocktail
- ½ medium english cucumber (about 4 oz), cut into ¼-inch rounds
- 16 fresh mint leaves, plus 2 sprigs for garnish
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 thin cucumber rounds, for garnish (optional)
- 2 mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes until no longer steaming.
- 2
Add the cucumber rounds and mint leaves to a cocktail shaker or large jar. Muddle firmly until the cucumber releases its juice and the mint is bruised and fragrant, about 10–12 presses.
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