Cucumber Kumquat and Mint Vodka Cocktail
Brighten up your cocktail hour with this refreshing Cucumber Kumquat and Mint Vodka Cocktail—a perfect blend of cool, citrusy, and herbal flavors. This sophisticated drink combines muddled cucumber, zesty kumquats, and fragrant mint leaves with vodka, a hint of sweetness from simple syrup, and a splash of lime juice for a vibrant kick. Topped off with effervescent club soda and served over ice, it’s an ideal choice for warm weather entertaining or an elegant happy hour at home. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy cocktail is a showstopper with its beautiful garnish of fresh cucumber and mint, making it as visually pleasing as it is delicious. Impress your guests with this unique recipe that perfectly balances crisp, tangy, and refreshing flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 slices cucumber
- 5 pieces kumquats
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 0.5 oz lime juice
- 2 oz club soda
- 1 cup ice
- 1 piece cucumber slice
- 1 piece mint sprig
Instructions
Start by slicing the cucumber and kumquats. Cut the kumquats in half to make them easier to muddle.
In a cocktail shaker, add the cucumber slices, kumquats, and mint leaves.
Add the simple syrup to the shaker, then use a muddler to gently crush the ingredients. This releases their natural flavors and oils without breaking them down completely.
Pour in the vodka and lime juice.
Fill the shaker with ice and securely close it. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds to chill the mixture.
Strain the cocktail into a glass filled with fresh ice.
Top the cocktail with club soda and gently stir to combine.
Garnish with a slice of cucumber and a sprig of fresh mint for a polished finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy this cool, citrusy, and herbal cocktail.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 291 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
