
Cucumber and Mint Gin Cocktail
A wonderfully refreshing drink, that's incredibly easy to make. The freshness of cucumber and mint works perfectly with our Hussingtree Asparagus Dry Gin as a base. Perfect for spring and summer days

What you need:
Serves 1
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35ml Hussingtree Asparagus Dry Gin
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4 slices of cucumber
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3 fresh mint leaves
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Chilled soda water
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Ice cubes
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Cocktail shaker
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Strainer
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Your favourite low-rise glass
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​For the garnish 1 thin slice of cucumber and a couple of fresh mint leaves
How to make it:
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Put the 6 cucumber slices and 3 fresh mint leaves into a cocktail shaker and muddle to release the juices and flavour.
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Pour the Asparagus Gin into the cocktail maker and add 3 - 4 ice cubes.
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With the top on the cocktail shaker, shake vigorously for 10 - 15 seconds.
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Pour the liquid through a strainer directly into your glass.
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Add ice cubes leaving space for soda.
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Pour 75 - 125ml of chilled soda water (adjust to preference in strength and flavour).
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Garnish with a remaining thin slice of cucumber and a couple of fresh mint leaves.
