Refreshing Cucumber Mint Lemonade

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 1 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced

02 - 1 large lemon, juiced (about 3 tbsp)

03 - 12-15 fresh mint leaves

04 - 3 tbsp honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)

05 - 3 cups (700 ml) sparkling water, chilled

06 - Lemon slices

07 - Cucumber slices

08 - Extra mint sprigs

09 - Ice cubes

01 - Place the cucumber slices, mint leaves, lemon juice, and honey/agave in a blender. Blend until completely smooth.

02 - Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove pulp, pressing gently to extract as much liquid as possible.

03 - Add chilled sparkling water to the pitcher and stir gently.

04 - Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon juice if desired.

05 - Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour the mocktail over ice.

06 - Garnish with lemon slices, cucumber rounds, and mint sprigs if desired. Serve immediately.

01 -

This drink hydrates like a dream on hot days, making every sip a refreshing escape.
It’s surprisingly quick to whip up, letting you spend more time with friends and less time in the kitchen.

02 -

When straining, go slow to get all the juice while avoiding a mess—trust me, the kitchen cleanup can be a hassle!
A splash of ginger juice creates a delightful zing, elevating the drink beyond ordinary.

03 -

Freezing your glasses before serving makes each sip even more refreshingly crisp.
Using freshly picked mint can elevate the aroma and taste significantly.