Nutmeg Free Dill Cucumber Seltzer
This refreshing sparkling drink is exactly what a warm afternoon calls for — cool, herby, and just a little briny in the best way. Fresh cucumber and fragrant dill get muddled together with lemon juice and a pinch of sea salt, releasing a bright, garden-fresh flavor that feels genuinely special without any fuss. A short five-minute infusion is all it takes before chilled seltzer transforms the mixture into something that looks and tastes like it came from a fancy cocktail bar. For anyone who needs to avoid warm spices in their food and drinks, this recipe is a natural fit — every single ingredient is clean, simple, and easy to verify at a glance. No syrups, no spice blends, no hidden seasonings that could sneak something unwanted into your glass. Strain it over ice, add a pretty cucumber ribbon and a dill sprig if you're feeling fancy, and you've got a drink that's as beautiful as it is easy to make.
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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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