Refreshingly Cool and Tasty

From the pages of my Mariner Magazine, sent to me from Holland America Cruise Lines, I have discovered the ultimate summer cocktail that I just had to share with all of you. I had thoroughly enjoyed the Cucumber Colins served up at The Hudson in New York, but I like this better because it fizzes and my at-home creation does not include the “attitude”. Created with the expertise of mixologists of Seattle’s Rob Roy restaurant this special drink has been tested by the best.

Lime Cucumber Fizz

• 2 slices of peeled cucumber
• 4-6 fresh mint leaves
• 4-6 cilantro leaves
• 2 teaspoons superfine sugar
• 1.5 oz. of Kettle One vodka (I also love Chopin!)
• 1 oz. fresh lime juice
• 2 or 4 oz. club soda

Place the cucumber, mint, cilantro and sugar in a shaker and muddle thoroughly. Pour in the lime juice and vodka. Add cracked ice and shake for a minute or longer. Strain into a rocks glass with fresh cubes. Add club soda and stir. Garnish with a cucumber slice and mint.

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