Cucumber Kumquat Cooler
A versatile and tasty recipe that’s quick to prepare and easy to enjoy.
Ingredients
- 8 oz sparkling water
- 3 oz gin
- 2 oz cucumber kumquat simple syrup (see recipe below)
- 1 inch section cucumber plus additional for garnish, thin sliced
- 6-8 mint leaves
Instructions
- Divide mint leaves into two glasses and top with 2-3 thin slices of cucumber per glass. Add 1 oz simple syrup per glass, then muddle until scent and oils of mint have been released.
- Top muddled mint and cucumber with 1 1/2 oz gin per glass. Fill glass with ice, then top with sparkling water. Garnish with additional cucumber slices, kumquat slices, and mint before serving.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 182kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.