Cucumber-Lime Vodka Gimlets

by Christina on September 18, 2009

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Inspired by Bon Appetit’s Cucumber Gimlets

Nothing says summer like these gimlets. They are refreshing, not too sweet and are bound to impress your guests. There is a bit of prep work involved for the cucumbers but the result is a sublime cocktail that is worth the effort.

5 cucumbers, peeled and coarsely chopped
4-6 limes, juiced
32 oz. club soda
vodka
simple syrup
ice
mint leaves, for garnish

Put the chopped cucumber chunks into a blender or food processor and puree. Once pureed, run the mixture through a strainer that has been placed over a bowl to get rid of excess solids. You may need to press on the solids to push the juice through the strainer. Once strained, add the lime juice to the mixture. You can adjust the amount of lime juice based on personal taste preference but I usually do a 50/50 mix of lime and cucumber.

Fill an 8 oz. glass with ice, then add 1 oz. vodka, 4 oz. club soda, 2 oz. cucumber-lime mixture, and a splash of simple syrup. Add a few mint leaves for garnish.

Makes 8 cocktails.

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