Cucumber Martini

Name: Cucumber Martini
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 3 English cucumber slices; 2-1/2 ounces vodka or gin; 1/2 ounce dry vermouth; 1/2 ounce simple syrup

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 5 min.

Yield 1 serving

Test Kitchen Approved

Rejuvenate yourself with this light and refreshing cucumber martini. Made with only four ingredients, it’s a no-fuss, no-gimmicks cocktail that’ll easily become your favorite.

Ingredients

3 English cucumber slices
2-1/2 ounces vodka or gin
1/2 ounce dry vermouth
1/2 ounce simple syrup

Directions

Muddle cucumber in a shaker. Add ice to fill shaker three-fourths full. Add vodka, vermouth and syrup; cover and shake until condensation forms on outside of shaker. Strain into martini glass. If desired, garnish with additional cucumber.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 236 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

Rejuvenate yourself with this light and refreshing cucumber martini. Made with only four ingredients, it’s a no-fuss, no-gimmicks cocktail that’ll easily become your favorite. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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