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Cucumber, lime and tsipouro (or gin) cocktail

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This extremely refreshing cucumber and lime cocktail is the perfect drink for the summer! Use grappa or gin if you don’t have tsipouro.

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Sit tight people, because I’ve got something extra special for you! 🙂 This cucumber, lime, and tsipouro cocktail is the perfect summer drink! And how can it not be? It’s full of extremely refreshing cucumber juice with subtle notes of aromatic lime and lots of ice! And don’t forget the tsipouro! Tsipouro is a Greek spirit, made from grape pomace and resembles a lot to the Italian Grappa. You can also use gin if you don’t have any of the above two!

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My thought process before making this recipe was this:

When you are in a Greek tavern or “kafeneio” and order a shot (or two) of tsipouro,  you usually get some sliced cucumber, olives, rusks, and cheese on the side as a meze. So, it seemed only natural to use some of these ingredients and turn them into a cocktail! I didn’t use any cheese here, though I have used some feta to make these Watermelon Margaritas with feta on the rim.

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How to make cucumber juice:

It’s easier than you think! Because cucumbers are 90% (or so) water, extracting their juice is a piece of cake. Blend the cucumbers in the blender (or process in a food processor) and put a large piece of cheesecloth over a bowl. Pour the pureed cucumbers over the cheesecloth, wrap tightly and squeeze hard. All of the juice will come straight out!

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You can definitely drink this without any other aromatics. But if you want that little bit of extra, then things that work really well with this cocktail are some rose geranium leaves, mint or even parsley (yes, parsley!). Rose geranium is an aromatic plant with a lemony, peppery, and rose-like aroma and I have also used it in this rose geranium tomato marmalade.

Cucumber, lime and tsipouro (or gin) cocktail

Some notes/tips:

  • What to use instead of tsipouro? Grappa or gin are the closest choices. I’m pretty sure that it would also taste great with vodka
  • You can adjust the quantity of the tsipouro or gin to your liking. 3-4 tablespoons per serving are enough for my taste.
  • You can use peeled or unpeeled English, Persian, or garden cucumbers. The color of the juice will be darker if you use them unpeeled. If you use a variety with bitter skin or waxed ones, then you should peel them first.
  • Cucumber juice will keep in the fridge for 2-3 days. If some of the green stuff has settled down, just stir it gently before using.

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Cucumber, lime and tsipouro (or gin) cocktail
Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 
This extremely refreshing cucumber and lime cocktail is the perfect drink for this summer! Use grappa or gin if you don’t have tsipouro.
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American, Greek, Mediterranean
Keyword: cocktail, cucumber, gin, mint, tsipouro
Servings: 1
Calories: 180 kcal
Author: The Hungry Bites
Ingredients
  • 3-4 tablespoons tsipouro, or grappa, or gin
  • 1/3 cup (80 grams) cucumber juice
  • 1/4 of a lime
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or maple syrup
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 rose geranium leaf, or 3 mint leaves or some parsley
  • 1/4 cup club soda or seltzer water
  • 4 ice cubes

  • For serving:
  • Ice cubes, 2 green olives (pitted), cucumber slices
Instructions
  1. In a shaker, lightly muddle the rose geranium leaf (or mint/parsley) with the sugar (or maple syrup), the salt, and the lime.
  2. Add the tsipouro, the cucumber juice, and the ice cubes and shake very well. Pour in a tall glass, add the club soda, 2-3 cucumber slices, and fill with ice cubes.
  3. Pierce the olives with a toothpick and place them on the rim of the glass.
  4. Drink!

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Recipe Notes

You’ll need approximately 4 oz (120 grams) cucumber to make one third of a cup (80 grams) of juice.
You can use peeled or unpeeled English, Persian, or garden cucumbers. The color of the juice will be darker if you use them unpeeled. If you use a variety with bitter skin or waxed ones, then you should peel them first.

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  1. Nick @ GreekBoston.com says

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    Tsipouro is commonly sipped on its own, but it’s also fun to mix it into a delicious cocktail like this! I also like to garnish my cocktails with fresh mint if I have it on hand. You can also substitute the cucumber for other ingredients, such as melon, for a different twist.

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    • Makos says

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      Thank you Nick, tsipouro is usually sipped on it own as you say, that’s why I figured to try it another way! 🙂

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  2. Akhila@Pepper Delight says

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    5 stars
    That beautiful green color looks so fresh and delicious, Beautiful shots Makos 🙂

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    • Makos says

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      Thank you my friend! Yes, this color great, isn’t it? 🙂

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  3. Christina says

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    Holy smokes, such lovely photos! I love the vibrancy. This cocktail looks crazy refreshing! I’ve never had tsipouro before so I’m excited to give this a try!

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    • Makos says

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      Hey Christina! Come to Greece and we’ll drink some shots! 🙂

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  4. Mimi says

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    I’ve never heard of tsipouro! Unfortunately I doubt I can get it where I live, but I’ll try. I always like to use the authentic liquor if possible. Your photos are beautiful.

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    • Makos says

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      Thank you Mimi!
      Tsipouro is a lot like grappa. But even if you can’t find it, try it with gin. The cucumber juice is the co-star here, so it will be equally delicious and refreshing!

      Reply

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