Peanut Free Classic Cucumber Mint Mocktail
Cool, crisp, and genuinely refreshing, this cucumber mint mocktail is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting poolside even on an ordinary Tuesday. Fresh English cucumber and bruised mint leaves are muddled together to release every bit of their bright, green flavor before being shaken with lime juice and a quick homemade simple syrup. That little syrup — just sugar and water — takes only a few minutes on the stove and makes all the difference, giving the drink a smooth sweetness that balances the tart lime perfectly. A fine-mesh strain keeps everything silky, and a splash of chilled sparkling water at the end adds just the right amount of fizz without overwhelming the delicate flavors. For anyone navigating nut allergies, mocktails can actually be a sneaky minefield at bars and restaurants where flavored syrups and pre-made mixes sometimes contain unexpected ingredients — making this from-scratch version a genuinely safe and satisfying alternative. Garnish with a thin cucumber round and a sprig of mint, and it looks as good as it tastes.
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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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