Cucumber Mint Sparkling Water (Print View)

Cooling blend of cucumber, mint, and sparkling water for a refreshing, light beverage.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
02 - 12 fresh mint leaves

→ Liquids

03 - 4 cups chilled sparkling water
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

→ Sweetener

05 - 1 to 2 teaspoons agave syrup or honey, optional

→ Garnish

06 - Lime slices, optional
07 - Extra mint sprigs, optional

# Method:

01 - Place the cucumber slices and mint leaves in a large pitcher.
02 - Gently muddle with a wooden spoon to release the aromatic oils, being careful not to crush the mint excessively.
03 - Add the fresh lime juice and sweetener if using.
04 - Pour in the chilled sparkling water and stir gently to combine all components.
05 - Fill glasses with ice cubes if desired, then pour the refresher into glasses.
06 - Garnish each glass with lime slices and extra mint sprigs if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes ten minutes and tastes like you actually tried, which is the best kind of kitchen magic.
  • No guilt, no sugar crash, just pure hydration that actually tastes like something worth drinking.
02 -
  • Don't muddle the mint aggressively or it releases bitterness instead of flavor—gentle pressure is everything.
  • If you make this ahead, infuse the cucumber and mint in still water first, then add the sparkling water just before serving so you keep those bubbles intact.
03 -
  • Keep your sparkling water as cold as possible—warm bubbles taste flat and sad.
  • Make the base (cucumber, mint, lime) ahead of time, then add sparkling water only when people are ready to drink.
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