Author Notes
A summery cocktail that is just as refreshing without the booze (but let's be honest, the booze is necessary). —Kate Malczewski
Ingredients
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1/2 cup
sugar
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1
English hothouse cucumber
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4 tablespoons
chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
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juice of 6 lemons
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water
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vodka or gin (optional, but not really)
Directions
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Make a simple syrup by combining the sugar and 1/2 cup of water in a saucepan and bringing to a boil until the sugar is dissolved. Let cool.
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Meanwhile, thinly slice the cucumber into coins. Reserve a few coins for garnish and put the rest into a blender with the cilantro and 1/4 cup of water. Blend until the mixture reaches a liquid consistency.
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In a pitcher, combine the simple syrup, cucumber-cilantro blend, and lemon juice with 3 cups of water. Stir until well combined. Pour into frosted, salt-and-sugar-rimmed glasses, adding alcohol if you’re tryna get down, and garnish with the cucumber slices and cilantro sprigs.
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