The Cucumber Collins is a refreshing twist on the classic Tom Collins, a cocktail with roots in 19th-century England. By adding crisp cucumber to this timeless drink, the Cucumber Collins offers a modern fusion of history and vibrant, fresh flavors. Perfect for summer, this cocktail is a delightful blend of gin, citrus, and soda water, with a cooling cucumber finish.
Cucumber Collins Cocktail Recipe
Cuisine: UKDifficulty: Easy
Servings
1
servingsPrep time
4
minutesCalories
176
kcal
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Ingredients
60 ml 2 fl oz Gin
30 ml 1 fl oz Lemon juice
30 ml 1 fl oz Simple syrup
6 6 Cucumber slices
Soda water (to top off)
Ice cubes
Equipment
Cocktail Shaker
Hawthorne strainer
Jigger
Collins Glass
Bar spoon
Instructions
- Add 4-5 cucumber slices to a cocktail shaker. Use a muddler to gently press and release the cucumber’s juices.
- Pour in the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.
- Fill a Collins glass with fresh ice and strain the mixture over the top.
- Pour soda water into the glass and gently stir with a bar spoon to combine.
- Add a thin cucumber slice or spiral for garnish.
Notes
- For an extra layer of flavor, use a pinch of salt when muddling the cucumber. It enhances the fresh taste and balances the sweetness.
