Refreshing Cucumber Melon Vodka Cocktail
This Refreshing Cucumber Melon Vodka Cocktail is made with just 4 ingredients. It is a delicious blend of muddled cucumber, lemon-lime soda and melon vodka poured over ice. It is the perfect drink to enjoy by the pool on a warm afternoon.
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The temperature is finally warming up here in Maine and we had a little taste of Summer weather last week! This warm evening was a treat, so we decided to barbecue and eat dinner al fresco. In the spirit of the evening, I made one of my favorite summertime adult beverages. This refreshing cucumber melon vodka cocktail is so light and delicious, it is the perfect drink for the upcoming season!
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How do I muddle a cucumber?
First off, if you are new to making cocktails, let me share exactly what "muddling" means and how to do it. Muddling is just the process of pressing fresh ingredients against the side of a glass. This releases the natural flavors and helps it to bind with the alcohol. In this cocktail, the cucumber is muddled to bind better with the vodka.
*Pro Tip: When muddling cucumber, make sure to peel it and remove the seeds! If either of these steps are skipped, it may leave a bitter taste in the drink, instead of the pleasant, light flavor of fresh cucumber. (I do leave the peel on the slices that are not muddled and placed in the drink at the end for better presentation)
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Do I need a muddler and shaker to make the Cucumber Melon Vodka Cocktail?
No, you can actually just use the back of a wooden spoon if you do not have a muddler. An important thing to remember is to be gentle and not pulverize the cucumber. If you do not have a shaker, you could substitute a mason jar with a tight fitting lid to shake the drink.
What do I need to make the Cucumber Melon Vodka Cocktail?
This refreshing drink is so easy to make! There are just 4 ingredients needed:
- Ice
- Melon Flavored Vodka
- Cucumber
- Lemon Lime Soda
Kitchen Items Needed:
- Muddler or Wooden Spoon
- Cocktail Shaker
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How do I make the Cocktail?
Step 1: Prepare the Cucumber
Peel a cucumber and cut it in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Then, slice it into ½ inch thick pieces and place about 10 slices in the shaker. Press the muddler gently against the cucumbers to release their flavor, taking care not to pulverize the cucumber. If you do not have a muddler, you can use the back of a wooden spoon.
Step 2: Add in the vodka
Next, add in 2 ounces of melon flavored vodka, such as Le Melon by Grey Goose or similar to the shaker. Shake gently to combine the muddled cucumber and vodka.
Step 3: Put it all together
Add several ice cubes to a tall glass. Strain the prepared vodka-cucumber mixture into the glass. Add in a few pieces of freshly sliced cucumber. Top off with lemon-lime soda and enjoy!
Refreshing Cucumber Melon Vodka Cocktail
Ingredients
- Ice
- 2 oz Melon Flavored Vodka Le Melon by Grey Goose or similar
- 1 Cucumber peeled, seeded and sliced
- 4-5 oz Lemon Lime Soda Sprite
Instructions
- Peel a cucumber and cut it in half length wise and scoop out the seeds.
- Then, slice it into ½ inch thick pieces and place about 10 slices in the shaker.
- Press the muddler gently against the cucumbers to release their flavor, taking care not to pulverize the cucumber. If you do not have a muddler, you can use the back of a wooden spoon.
- Next, add in 2 ounces of melon flavored vodka, such as Le Melon by Grey Goose or similar to the shaker.
- Shake gently to combine the muddled cucumber and vodka.
- Add several ice cubes to a tall glass. Strain the prepared vodka-cucumber mixture into the glass.
- Add in a few pieces of freshly sliced cucumber. Top off with soda and enjoy!
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So Tell Me...
Have you ever made a Refreshing Cucumber Melon Vodka Cocktail? Did you know how to muddle ingredients? Do you own a muddler? What is your favorite summertime drink?
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