Thai Cucumber Collins

Spring has a way of transforming spirits from low to high. The sun is out longer, flowers begin to bloom, birds begin to sing. The air may still have a faint crisp to its breeze but we all are excited in our pastels for the warm weather to come. We also take the time to get ready for summer. With that, we turn to healthy eats and veggie delights.  We love Coastal Living‘s advice in adding fresh-pressed juice to your favorite springtime cocktail.  The Thai Cucumber Collins offers a refreshing flavor and leaves you feeling good! There is even a hint of lemongrass – a garden-fresh way to spice-up your cocktail list!

Thai Cucumber Collins

4 fresh mint leaves

3 sugar cubes

2 (¼-inch) cucumber slices

1 teaspoon grated (on a Microplane) lemongrass

6 tablespoons fresh-pressed cucumber juice

1/4 cup (2 oz.) white rum

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

6 tablespoons club soda

Cucumber slices and mint leaves, for garnish

 

How to Make It

Muddle mint leaves, sugar cubes, cucumber slices, and grated lemongrass in a cocktail shaker. Add fresh-pressed cucumber juice, white rum, and fresh lime juice. Swirl to combine. Add ice, cover with lid, and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled. Strain into an ice-filled Collins glass. Top with club soda. Garnish with cucumber slices and mint leaves, if desired