MSG Free Turmeric-Cinnamon Cucumber Lemon Cooler
This vibrant chilled drink is everything a warm-weather cooler should be — bright, lightly spiced, and genuinely refreshing. Fresh cucumber juice forms the base, blended smooth and strained until silky, then layered with tart lemon, earthy turmeric, a whisper of cinnamon, and just enough honey to round it all out. The tiny pinch of black pepper is a smart touch that helps the turmeric's flavor bloom and integrate beautifully with the other spices. Every single ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which means you can sip without a second thought about hidden additives or flavor enhancers sneaking in from a packet or premix. Sparkling water added at the end keeps things lively and effervescent without any of the mystery that comes with store-bought flavored sodas or wellness drinks. It comes together in minutes and looks stunning in the glass with a curl of lemon and a fresh cucumber round on the rim. Whether you're chasing something cooling after a workout or just want a sophisticated non-alcoholic option for guests, this one delivers.
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2 servings
- 1 large english cucumber (about 12 oz), roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1–2 lemons)
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 thin lemon slices, for serving (optional)
- 2 thin cucumber rounds, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the chopped cucumber and cold water to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher or large measuring cup. Pour the blended cucumber through the strainer, pressing the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids. You should have about 3/4 to 1 cup of cucumber juice.
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