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strawberry, mint, lime + cucumber cocktail refresher

July 11, 2015 by kelly 2 Comments

guys.

summer is hot.

water is refreshing.

vodka is always sometimes necessary.

{strawberry, cucumber, lime + mint infused water}

it’s the 11th of the month! and i thought for today’s cocktail celebration i would share a short-n-sweet infused water recipe that i’ve given a little adult kick in the shorts. plus there’s TONS of fruit so it’s basically healthy for you.

a healthy cocktail?

that means you can comfortably sip away until your hearts content WHILE wearing skinny jeans.

BIG WIN.

{strawberry, cucumber, lime + mint infused water} add a bit of vodka for a cocktail kick!

all you’re going to do is hit the farmers market {so local of you!}, stock up on the most gorgeous strawberries, limes + cukes you can find.

then once you get home, you’re going to turn on some jams {i suggest a danceable mix} + slice those fruit beauties into thin pieces.

next, you snip some mint from the mint plant you’re growing above your sink {not you? well you should get one! i’ve kept one alive for 3 weeks and i’ve killed plastic plants before, true story}

all that slicing + sniping should have taken the length of two danceable songs. then you’ll grab a jar, pitcher – whatever ya got + combine it all! if you’ve got the time, it’s best to let the water sit in the fridge for a bit, to get all infused n stuff. but if time isn’t on your side then serving it right away will not disappoint!

then once you’re alone + ready your guests arrive, fill a glass to the brim {is it brim or rim?} with ice cubes, pour yourself a desired amount of vodka + top with your gorgeous infused water! don’t forget to use a trendy paper straw, cause you’re like so hot right now.

{strawberry, cucumber, lime + mint cocktail refresher} infused water with a hint of vodka for a great summer cocktail!

this insanely refreshing recipe is a total win across the board.. it’s wonderful for entertaining, it can be jazzed up with the hooch + it can impress all on it’s own!

so i suggest to mix up a big batch + keep it in your fridge {no longer than 2 days – unless drinking mold is your thing..} and when that july heat brings you to brink of thirst town – pour yourself a big ‘ol glass for an instant cool down!


strawberry, mint, lime + cucumber infused water cocktail
 
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Ingredients
  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup cucumbers, sliced
  • 2 limes, sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
  • ice cubes
  • water
  • vodka, for serving
Instructions
  1. in a large pitcher or jar, layer the strawberries, cucumbers, lime slices + mint leaves with the ice cubes.
  2. fill the container to the brim with cold water
  3. let the water chill - the longer the better!
  4. pour 1.5 oz vodka {or more to taste} into a glass, top with infused water + enjoy!
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 for an ice-cold treat, stick your serving glasses in the freezer before guests arrive! the only thing better than an ice cold infused water cocktail is one served in a frosty mug!

swap

a fun flavor swap is to use sparkling water instead of still. if you do so, i would suggest making the infused water as the recipe lists + simply stretching it by pouring your cocktails with half still + top with the sparkling water for the bubbly effect {so the sparkling doesn’t lose it’s fizz!}. if you’re serving it right away then you’re golden to use sparkling solo!

drink

 vodka isn’t the only choice here! a quality gin or silver tequila would be great swap-ins!

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 rim + brim both refer to the edge of a glass or cup, but there is one small difference: rim refers generally to the outside edge of a cup or glass, brim usually refers to the inside edge.

so. you’ll want to fill your glass to the brim!

 afterthought

the water is refreshing + works beautifully as a twofer: mocktail + cocktail. BUT. this would make for the most AMAZING sangria using white wine with a sweet prosecco – that trial has been added to the menu plan for next week. .

 

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Comments

  1. laura says

    July 11, 2015 at 5:41 pm

    Sounds delish! Waiting for the sangria recipe! I love merlot!

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  2. Alisa says

    July 12, 2015 at 9:52 am

    I’m making this one today sounds great like all your posts cute and original Good luck Alisa

    Reply

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