This refreshing summer cocktail is crisp and light with a hint of Latin flair. To be honest, it’s a Gin Tonic more than a Gin AND tonic.
Cucumber, Cilantro, Gin, and Tonic water all blend together in a fresh, clean summery chiller. This bright libation is a mellow tonic for a steamy summer afternoon.
Looking for swap out ideas for the gin? Try tequila or vodka, if that’s more your liking. Spicy chili salt on the rim is a lip-smacking extra, if you go with tequila.
This tonic is a perfect drink for entertaining. Mix up a pitcher and serve with a platter of grilled veggie tacos or Mexican grilled shrimp.
Cheers to this fresh citrusy departure from traditional margarita faire.
Cucumber Cilantro Gin Tonic
A refreshing summer cocktail that's crisp and light with a hint of Latin flair. It's a Gin Tonic more than a Gin AND tonic. Perfect served with grilled veggies or a platter of tacos.
Servings 2
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup London Dry Gin
- ½ cup Persian or English cucumber, chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- ⅛ - ¼ cup fresh squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup tonic water, chilled
- 1 - 2 cups ice cubes
- thinly sliced strips of cucumber, lime wedges and fresh cilantro sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Add gin, cucumber, cilantro and lime juice to a cocktail shaker. Muddle together very well, pressing into the cucumber to release all of the juices and flavor. Drop in 3 or 4 ice cubes. Cover and shake vigorously. Fill 2 cocktail glasses with ice. Pour in gin and cucumber mixture. Top off with chilled tonic water. Garnish and serve.