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    Cucumber Martini

    Published: Jul 19, 2018 by Fox Valley Foodie · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Meijer. The opinions and text are all mine.

    This cucumber martini is accented with the lively flavors of fresh basil and lime, for a taste as refreshing as it is refined.

    I sincerely believe the best tasting food and drink is locally produced.  Not only are locally sourced ingredients the freshest available, but I personally get a greater sense of emotional satisfaction knowing I am supporting my neighbors and building a stronger community in the process.

    Cucumber Martini

    However, you don't have to spend a lot of money at a high-end cocktail lounge to enjoy a masterfully crafted artisan drink. All it takes is one quick stop at your local Meijer Supercenter to pick up the freshest produce around, as well as a locally crafted artisan vodka to really make your martini sing! This cucumber martini recipe is as good as anything you will be served at the most refined cocktail lounges. Heck, local never tasted so good.

    What is a Martini

    A traditional martini is a strong cocktail crafted with gin or vodka and a swirl of vermouth. However, over the years many more flavorful variations have taken on the martini name. Cocktails such as my cucumber martini feature more flavorings than their original ancestor but still showcase the liquor as a major flavoring agent.

    Best Vodka for Martinis

    Since the vodka is a primary component of the martini's taste, it is important to use a high-quality vodka. Using a lesser quality vodka will impart an unpleasant astringent burn into each sip, masking many of the other flavors present. Whereas a premium vodka will lend a smooth taste that highlights the flavors of the martini while also making the cocktail more pleasant to drink.

    45th Parallel Vodka

    I am using 45th Parallel Vodka for my Cucumber Martini.  It is a locally distilled vodka, crafted nearby in New Richmond, Wisconsin and sold at my Meijer Supermarket. I can always count on Meijer to have a great selection of local products. Like Meijer, 45th Parallel puts an emphasis on local sourcing, using local ingredients whenever possible.

    45th Parallel distills their corn-based vodka in small batches to avoid unwanted flavors, for a perfectly clean balanced taste that is ideally suited to star in a high-end martini. Additive-free and hand bottled, this is a great artisan alternative to other mass-produced varieties.

    Cucumber Martini with Basil

    Cucumber Martini

    If you have never experienced the fresh flavor of cucumber in a drink, get ready to fall in love! The cool taste of cucumber juice blends beautifully with vodka and provides the perfect base for the bright punches of basil and lime that accent this flavorful cocktail.

    This cocktail is best prepared in a cocktail shaker, as you will want to muddle the cucumber and basil to extract the flavors into the drink. I prefer to muddle the cucumber and basil along with the simple syrup because the simple syrup does a great job drinking up the flavor.

    How to Muddle Cucumber

    The best way to muddle cucumber is to peel the skin off, slice it in half and scoop out the seeds. Then chop it into 1" chunks. Place these chunks in a cocktail shaker and proceed to smash them down with a cocktail muddler, this will release the juice from the cucumber.  When the finished martini is strained from the shaker, the smashed pulp will be separated from the liquid and left behind.

    Cucumber Martini Recipe

    Cucumber Martini

    Cucumber Martini

    This cucumber martini is accented with the lively flavors of fresh basil and lime, for a taste as refreshing as it is refined.
    5 from 23 votes
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    Course: Drink
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 173kcal
    Author: Fox Valley Foodie

    Ingredients

    • 3 inches Cucumber (skinned, seeded, and chopped into chunks)
    • 2 Basil leaves (torn)
    • ½ oz Simple Syrup
    • 2 oz 45th Parallel Vodka
    • ½ oz fresh Lime Juice
    • Ice

    Instructions

    • Place cucumber chunks into a cocktail shaker with torn basil and simple syrup, and muddle to release juice from cucumber.
    • Add vodka, lime juice, and a handful of ice to cocktail shaker, cover with lid and shake vigorously.
    • Once the exterior of the shaker is frosty cold, pour into a martini glass. Garnish with basil and cucumber slice (optional) and serve.

    Notes

    IF YOU LIKED THIS RECIPE check out my Amaretto Stone Sour cocktail too!

    Nutritional Information

    Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Sodium: 9mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin C: 4.3mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Joe

      June 05, 2024 at 8:59 am

      5 stars
      Lemon/lime salted rim pushes it over the top!

      Reply
    2. Logan Smith

      January 07, 2024 at 12:06 pm

      How much volume do the cucumbers add? (trying to calculate for a large batch cocktail)

      Reply
    3. Doreen

      August 18, 2022 at 9:00 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely yummy

      Reply
    4. Kristi

      July 14, 2022 at 5:21 pm

      5 stars
      Everyone that I've made this for love it. This is my favorite summer, and all year long, drink.

      Reply
    5. Joanne

      March 14, 2021 at 4:51 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious 👍

      Reply
    6. Cathrun

      November 22, 2020 at 9:48 pm

      5 stars
      Looks delicious. I'm a gin girl, so will try to sub that out for the vodka in this recipe~!

      Reply
      • Bella

        December 14, 2021 at 4:51 pm

        How did the gin version go?

        Reply
    7. Kris Levis

      November 17, 2020 at 7:35 pm

      5 stars
      I made it for my mom and she loved it.

      Reply
    8. Tracy P

      May 11, 2020 at 11:18 am

      5 stars
      My all-time favorite martini is at Gloria's restaurant in North Texas area. They actually call it a Spicy Cucumber Margarita, so it's not technically a martini, but I have been searching for a similar flavor and no restaurant can duplicate it. Finally, I've found the perfect alternative. This is delicious! So fresh too. I used fresh basil from my garden. I made it spicy by putting a Tajin rim on the glass, which is what Gloria's uses. You could also add a little jalapeno to make it spicier, but I left that out. Thank you so much for this recipe! Sidenote: we used a Texas made vodka called Tower Vodka.

      Reply
    9. Stephanie

      January 09, 2020 at 5:05 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect recipe!! Delish!!

      Reply
    10. Olivia

      August 22, 2019 at 8:38 pm

      5 stars
      Delish!! I used agave instead of simply syrup basil gave a it a earthy taste.

      Reply
      • Fox Valley Foodie

        August 22, 2019 at 8:39 pm

        That's a good substitution.

        Reply
    11. Rickee Tetherow

      May 18, 2019 at 7:47 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious! Been trying to find a recipe that is not too sweet, love the fresh basil!

      Reply
      • Fox Valley Foodie

        May 19, 2019 at 11:52 am

        Thanks for the feedback, it is one of my favorites!

        Reply
    12. Lil

      July 24, 2018 at 8:42 am

      5 stars
      Wow that tasted really fresh! I never had a martini like that!

      Reply
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