Cucumber Lime Martini ~ Cucumber vodka, fresh squeezed lime, and simple syrup make for a seriously refreshing cocktail.
Darla, my dear friend, and I were perusing the shelves at our local state-controlled liquor store (this is Utah, we have to go to a designated place), she was stocking up for her holiday parties and well, I was just stocking up. We were at the vodka section, which I didn’t need, when we spied cucumber vodka.
That bottle quickly made its way to the cart-her section. I wanted to try it, but I hate buying new liquors and liqueurs without having first tried them in a drink. But Darla always has my back that way; she will happily work out a recipe with a new item. I am quite envious of her mixology skills. I am a beginner, she is advanced, but not quite bartender stage yet…but we all should have goals.
When she handed me this cocktail, it was love at first sip. I knew three things from that first sip: 1. I would be buying my own bottle of cucumber vodka very soon. 2. I would recreate this, with her permission, and share it with all of you 3. I would be buying my own bottle of cucumber vodka very soon. Oh did I already say that?
The first time she made this, she used prepared limeade instead of the fresh squeezed lime juice and simple syrup, which is what we used the second time we made it. Therefore, if you want to to use prepared limeade, go for it, just add 3 oz and omit the fresh lime juice AND simple syrup.
Enjoy and sip responsibly.
Ingredients
- 2 oz cucumber vodka
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz . simple syrup
- Ice
Garnish (optional)
- Fresh lime wedges
- Fresh cucumber slices
- Fresh cucumber curls
Instructions
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Add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker, secure, and shake.
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Pour into two martini glasses; discard ice.
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Garnish with any or all of the optional items.
59 Comments
Sarah
February 1, 2016 at 3:56 amNow I need to go buy some cucumber vodka too because this screams refreshing!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 10:57 amI support you in that decision.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
February 1, 2016 at 4:55 amThat is one lovely refreshing cocktail! Cucumber is such a fresh taste!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 10:57 amThank you Rebecca.
Marye
February 1, 2016 at 5:45 amThis sounds wonderful! Lime and cucumber are so refreshing!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 10:56 amThank you Marye, the combo really works well together.
christine
February 1, 2016 at 5:51 amOh this sounds so refreshing. It makes me want this winter to get over, like yesterday. But the timing of this is perfect, I have to host a few ladies of a board that I sit on and I was hoping to have a signature cocktail to serve! Thanks!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 10:56 amHope you all enjoy it…I think it’s great you’re going to sauce up the ladies at a meeting.
LydiaF
February 1, 2016 at 7:55 amWow does this sound refreshing and fabulous! I need to purchase a few martini glasses because I feel like we´re missing out by not exploring the world of the martini 🙂
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 10:55 amThey are so much fun, I am not sure why, but the glasses are part of the fun.
Lauren @ Wicked Spatula
February 1, 2016 at 8:23 amI love this flavor combination!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 10:53 amThank you Lauren.
Florian @ContentednessCooking
February 1, 2016 at 8:35 amLooks refreshing, perfect flavors!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 10:53 amThank you Florian
Katerina @ Diethood
February 1, 2016 at 10:35 amIt’s Monday – I’ll take 4!! 😉
Love the refreshing flavors in this!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 10:52 amI feel ya! 4 coming right up!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
February 1, 2016 at 10:42 amHow cool is THAT drink! I say it’s for St. Pat’s Day, too.
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 10:52 amAny occasion to drink is OK by me!
Adriana Martin
February 1, 2016 at 11:08 amBeautiful pictures and yes I would love a cucumber martini, have tried cucumber margaritas but this idea it is beautiful and I can image so tasty, cheers!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 11:24 amWell, you’ve inspired me with a cucumber margarita! Cheers! Thank you Adriana.
Sandi (@fearless_dining)
February 1, 2016 at 12:55 pmPlease make this when I come to visit…I love the cucumber and lime combo!!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 8:18 pmDone! Easy enough…our hotel room will be the party room.
Emily @ Love, Pasta and a Tool Belt
February 1, 2016 at 1:52 pmThis looks like a great drink! Something to remember for this summer after I’m no longer pregnant haha 🙂
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 8:15 pmYes, after the baby, you’ll need one then.
Nancy | The Bitter Side of Sweet
February 1, 2016 at 2:03 pmWhat a fantastic drink!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 8:15 pmThank you Nancy.
jamie
February 1, 2016 at 2:05 pmSo pretty! I bet those flavors are great together!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 8:16 pmWe really enjoyed them. Thank you Jamie.
Michelle | A Dish of Daily Life
February 1, 2016 at 4:40 pmI have a mixologist friend like that too. She would love this! I have yet to have a cocktail she made that I didn’t like. And I make her taste test all of mine. LOL. Not that she minds… Can’t wait to try this!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 8:17 pmGuess us Michelle’s are lucky to have mixologist friends!
Stephanie
February 1, 2016 at 8:10 pmThis sounds so refreshing, like the spa waters with cucumber in them.
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 8:17 pmThank you Stephanie.
Alli
February 1, 2016 at 9:01 pmThese look all kinds of fabulous. Refreshing with a kick!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 9:31 pmHope you enjoy them!
Coffee With Us 3
February 1, 2016 at 9:19 pmI love the flavor of lime. What a great combination of flavors. I’ve never thought to put cucumber and lime together. I’m going to have to try this. This drink sounds like perfection.
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 9:31 pmYou won’t regret it.
Jillian @ Food, Folks and Fun
February 1, 2016 at 9:51 pmThis sounds like a refreshing cocktail, especially with the cucumber vodka!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 10:19 pmThank you Jillian.
Kelly
February 1, 2016 at 10:49 pmThese sound perfect for a hot summer day. Which did you prefer, the lime/simple syrup or the prepared limeade? Was there a noticeable difference? I bet this would make a great frozen drink too!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 1, 2016 at 11:03 pmThere was a slight difference. The limeade was a bit sweeter and more pulpy. I drank them each in different settings. Limeade was during a party with lots of appetizers and nibbles, making it easier to swig many. The simple syrup was with a meal and a bit dryer. You’re spot on about it being great frozen. I’ll try that when I’m not frozen.
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes
February 1, 2016 at 11:26 pmMmmkay – I have never heard of cucumber vodka?! I have to see if I can find it now!! This sounds so refreshing – I’m thinking this will be fantastic in the summer!!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 2, 2016 at 9:46 amNeither had I until we spotted it. It’s worth the hunt.
Cami @ The Crafting Nook
February 2, 2016 at 7:06 amThis is completely new for me… never thought of the flavor of cucumber on any drink. I love cucumber though so This is something I would be more than willing to try! I’ll check if I can find cucumber vodka here. Sounds really interesting that mix of flavors!
XO
Michelle De La Cerda
February 2, 2016 at 9:47 amI have had a spicy cucumber drink a few years ago but that was made from juicing cucumbers (which reminds me, I should make that too-it has a fresno chili in it).
Andi @ The Weary Chef
February 2, 2016 at 8:01 amThis cocktail sounds so refreshing! I can’t wait to have a sip! Thanks for sharing!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 2, 2016 at 9:48 amThank you Andi. Hope you enjoy it.
Megan Marlowe
February 2, 2016 at 11:09 amI love the pairing with lime + cucumber in this drink! How refreshing and perfect!
Matt @ Plating Pixels
February 2, 2016 at 12:36 pmWow usually I just think of cucumber water, but this is so much better!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 2, 2016 at 1:20 pmThank you Matt, hope you enjoy it.
pam
February 2, 2016 at 1:17 pmI love your glasses and the sound of this martini! I would love it if you would link it up to Tipsy Tuesday at Grey is the New Black!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 2, 2016 at 1:19 pmThank you, and I linked up!
Meg @ With Salt and Wit
February 2, 2016 at 5:12 pmMy husband lovessss cucumber vodka. During the summer we make a refreshing cocktail with it but this upcoming summer I am going to be adding this pretty martini to the list!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 3, 2016 at 12:11 pmThank you Meg, hope you all enjoy this.
Cathy @ Our Mini Family
February 2, 2016 at 7:42 pmHow funny–I didn’t realize other states had that same law where liquors needed their own separate store! (it was like that growing up in Massachusetts too!) This cucumber lime martini look incredible! I am totally going to make this for our next girls’ night in!
Michelle De La Cerda
February 3, 2016 at 12:11 pmFor the longest time, I thought Utah was the only repressive state, I since learned that near half have some kind of weird laws regarding alcohol. From what I understand Pennsylvania is just as bad as Utah.
Theresa Sutton
February 7, 2016 at 8:24 amoh my yum! I’ve never really been a fan of cucumber! Until now 😉
Michelle De La Cerda
February 8, 2016 at 9:49 amHappy to hear that.
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Healing Tomato
February 12, 2016 at 7:53 pmCool and refreshing! This is going to be my drink for my Saturday night soiree. I am sure my guests are going to flip over this drink