Cinnamon Free Dill Cucumber Seltzer
Cool, herby, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling cucumber drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. Fresh dill and muddled cucumber come together with a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of sea salt to create a flavor that feels sophisticated without requiring any bartending skills. The whole process takes just minutes — a quick muddle, a short infusion, and a gentle pour of chilled seltzer is all it takes. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, this drink is a natural fit because every single ingredient is clean and straightforward — no spice blends, no flavored syrups, no hidden seasonings to second-guess. The lemon juice adds just enough brightness to balance the cool, grassy notes of the dill, while the salt pulls everything together in a way that makes it taste far more complex than it is. Serve it over ice with a few extra cucumber slices and a dill sprig for a presentation that looks like it came from a fancy café. It's the perfect thing to sip on a warm afternoon or to set out when guests arrive.
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2 servings
- ½ medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 6 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 cups plain seltzer water, chilled
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- 2 thin cucumber slices and 2 dill sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cucumber slices, dill sprigs, lemon juice, and sea salt in a pitcher or large glass. Muddle firmly with a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon until the cucumber releases its juice and the dill is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes so the flavors infuse.
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