Berry Cucumber Cooler

🧂 Ingredients

  • 1 cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
  • ½ cucumber
  • 1 lime
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1½ cups cold sparkling water
  • ice cubes
  • fresh mint leaves

📖 Instructions

Serves: 2–4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time (optional): 15–30 minutes
Level: Easy

🍓 Muddle the Fruits
In a pitcher or large jar, combine:
Mixed berries
Lime juice
Honey/agave (if using)
Gently muddle with a wooden spoon or muddler until the berries are crushed and juices are released.

🥒 Add Cucumber & Water
Add the thinly sliced cucumber and give it a quick stir.
Pour in the sparkling water and stir gently to combine.

❄️ Chill or Serve
For best flavor, let it chill in the fridge for 15–30 minutes to allow the ingredients to infuse.
Or serve immediately over ice.

🍃 Garnish & Enjoy
Pour into glasses over ice.
Garnish with fresh mint, a slice of cucumber, and a few whole berries.

💡 Tips & Variations
Make it a mocktail: Add a splash of non-alcoholic gin or kombucha.
Make it a cocktail: Add 1–1½ oz of gin, vodka, or white rum per serving.
For a stronger berry flavor: Blend the berries and strain before mixing.

Submitted by: Chef Beatrice

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