Cucumber Vodka Cooler
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings
- Total: 1 hr 5 min (includes cooling time)
- Active: 20 min
Ingredients
1/2 cup sugar
16 cucumber slices
12 fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
8 ounces vodka
Ice cubes
4 cups club soda
Directions
- To make simple syrup, bring the sugar and 1/2 cup water to a simmer in a saucepan on medium heat, then turn off the heat and let cool to room temperature.
- In a tall thermos, add the cucumbers, mint and simple syrup. Stir with the handle of a wooden spoon. Add the lime juice and vodka, then cover and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds. Chill until ready to serve.
- Pour over ice in glasses, then top off with the club soda. Serve immediately.