Spa-Inspired Cucumber-Fennel Spritzer Recipe Is a Refreshing Way To Beat The Heat
For a nonalcoholic version, simply sub in more club soda for the spirits
Agua fresca (literally “fresh water”) is a traditional Mexican beverage that has been around for centuries. It’s simply water infused with fruit, vegetables or flowers. Today this delightful sip is sometimes served at spas. We decided to kick it up a notch and came up with this Cucumber-Fennel Spritzer recipe. It’s an adults-only twist on a classic you’ll want to imbibe all summer long.
To create the syrup for this tasty tipple, simmer fresh lemon juice, sugar and fennel seeds. The citrus imparts a tangy pop, while the spice adds a delicious anise-like flavor—whip up an extra batch while you’re at it and use to sweeten iced tea and more. We puree the mixture with cool cucumber, stir in a splash of gin, then top off with club soda. Give this summery cocktail a try and let us know what you think.
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Ingredients
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbs. fennel seeds
- 6 mini cucumbers
- ½ cup gin or vodka
- Club soda, chilled
- Lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
PrintIn pot, mix sugar, lemon juice and fennel seeds; over medium-low heat, cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves and flavors blend, about 5 min. Strain into blender. Chop 4 cucumbers; add to blender. Cover; puree. Strain into measuring cup. Cover and chill.
Thinly slice remaining cucumbers lengthwise into ribbons. Divide cucumber, cucumber juice and gin or vodka evenly among 4 glasses. Top off with club soda. Add lemon slices; garnish with mint.
Nutrition
- Calories: 123
- Fat: 0 gram
- Protein: 0 gram
- Carbohydrate: 15 gram
- Fiber: 0 gram
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sugar: 14 gram
- Sodium: 13 mg
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