Cucumber Mojito
A delicious and refreshing twist on the classic mojito cocktail made with the addition of cucumbers.
Servings : 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups sugar
- Ice
- 10 cucumber slices
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 4 ounces (2 shot glasses) white rum
- 2 limes , juiced
- 4 ounces seltzer water
- cucumber slices for garnish
Instructions
- Make a simple syrup by combining the water and sugar in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.
- Stirring occasionally, continue to boil for 5 minutes, or until sugar is dissolved.
- Remove from heat; set aside and let cool.
- Fill two glasses with Ice and set aside.
- Using a muddler, muddle cucumber slices and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker.
- Add rum, lime juice and 4 ounces simple syrup.
- Shake and mix well.
- Add seltzer water to the shaker.
- Divide mixture evenly in prepared glasses.
- Garnish with cucumber slices.
- Serve.
Notes
RECIPE SOURCE: DIETHOOD ***Store the remaining Simple Syrup covered and in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
Calories: 338 kcal | Carbohydrates: 41 g | Protein: 9 g | Fat: 2 g | Saturated Fat: 0 g | Cholesterol: 0 mg | Sodium: 58 mg | Potassium: 2140 mg | Fiber: 12 g | Sugar: 22 g | Vitamin A: 1355 IU | Vitamin C: 69.3 mg | Calcium: 253 mg | Iron: 4 mg | Net Carbs: 29 g
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.