Pescatarian 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 gets muddled with bright mint leaves until the whole shaker smells like a spa, then it's shaken hard with lime juice and a quick homemade simple syrup to bring everything together. The result is a layered, lightly sweet sip that finishes clean and herby — nothing artificial, nothing from a bottle. Topping it off with chilled sparkling water gives it that satisfying fizz without overpowering the delicate cucumber and mint. This is naturally a great fit for anyone eating plant-forward or avoiding meat and poultry, since every single ingredient here is produce, sugar, and water — no substitutions needed. Garnished with a thin cucumber round and a sprig of fresh mint, it looks as good as it tastes and is genuinely impressive to serve to guests.
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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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