Well now, if you’re lookin’ for a drink that’ll cool ya down on a hot day, I got somethin’ for ya! It’s called a Cucumber Collins. I tell ya, it’s as fresh as a morning breeze and mighty tasty too. You don’t need a whole lotta fancy stuff, just a few simple ingredients, and you’re all set. This here’s a gin-based drink, but don’t worry, it’s not too strong—just enough to make ya feel good. So, let me tell ya what you’ll need to get started.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 2-3 slices of cucumber
- Club soda, to top
Now, don’t go rushin’ to the store just yet. These things are real simple to find, I promise ya. The cucumber’s what gives it that nice crisp taste, and the gin—well, that’s just the base of the drink. A little bit of lemon juice and simple syrup adds some zing, and the club soda? Well, that’s just to make it all bubbly and light.
How to make it:
First thing you gotta do is get yourself a shaker. If you ain’t got one, don’t worry, you can just use a jar with a tight lid. Toss your cucumber slices into that shaker, and muddle ’em up real good. Muddling means just squishin’ ’em down with a muddler or the back of a spoon, you know? Get that cucumber juice outta there.
Next, you pour in your gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Give it a good shake, shake it up nice and strong, just like you’re mixin’ up a batch of biscuits. After that, strain the mixture into a tall glass, fill it up with ice, and top it off with some club soda. Just enough to make it all bubbly, like a fizzy drink that makes ya feel all light inside.
Now, if you’re feelin’ fancy, you can add a cucumber slice to the glass for a little extra flair. Don’t forget to stir it all up with a straw, and there you have it—a Cucumber Collins, ready for sippin’! I tell ya, it’s a drink that’ll make ya feel like you’re sittin’ on a porch swing in the summer breeze.
Why make a Cucumber Collins?
Well, first off, it’s real easy to make. You don’t need no complicated tools or fancy recipes. Just simple ingredients that you probably got in your kitchen right now. And it’s mighty refreshing! Perfect for those hot days when the sun’s beatin’ down on ya, and you just need something cool and light to sip on. It ain’t too sweet, it ain’t too strong, it’s just right.
This drink’s also a little different from your regular Tom Collins. It’s got that fresh cucumber taste that makes it stand out, and the gin, well, it gives it a little somethin’ extra. It’s a real good choice if you want somethin’ a little more special than your everyday lemonade or iced tea. And if you’re lookin’ for somethin’ to impress your friends with, this here’s the drink you want.
So next time you’re out there in the garden or on the porch, get yourself a Cucumber Collins. It’s easy, it’s fresh, and it’s just right for takin’ a break and enjoyin’ the good weather. Cheers to ya!
Tags：[Cucumber Collins, Cucumber Cocktail, Summer Drink, Gin Cocktail, Refreshing Drink, Easy Cocktail Recipe, Tom Collins Variation]
