I’m not normally one to pass on a cocktail, but every once in a while, it’s nice to go the mocktail route. Especially if you’re entertaining guests who don’t drink, having some refreshing summer mocktail ideas up your sleeve is never a bad idea. My go-to is this effervescent Cucumber Lime Lavender Spritzer. I found it in the April edition of Cooking Light, and I’ve yet to find a mocktail I enjoy more. It’s low calorie and balances floral, tangy, and sweet flavors perfectly. Plus, you can add a splash of gin to turn this cucumber mocktail into a delightful summer tipple. Keep reading for instructions and a printable recipe card!

Here’s everything you’ll need to make this absolutely delish cucumber mocktail:

• 1/2 cup water
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar or sugar replacement (I use Swerve)
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender (I found mine here)
• 3 cups chopped peeled cucumbers (equivalent to 3 average-sized cucumbers)
• 2/3 cup fresh lime juice (equivalent to the juice of 4 limes)
• 6 cups club soda

Cucumber Lime Lavender Spritzer Recipe

I haven’t tried many cucumber mocktail recipes, but I honestly can’t imagine one that’s yummier or more refreshing than this Cucumber Lime Lavender Spritzer! Keep reading for a step-by-step tutorial. You’ll also find a printable/downloadable recipe card at the bottom of this post!

Start by combining the water and sugar in a small saucepan. If you’re looking for a lower carb alternative to white sugar, I love Swerve. It’s natural, and it tastes great! Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from heat and toss in mint leaves and edible lavender. Allow them to steep for 15 minutes. Filter through a strainer and allow to cool.

Next, combine the chopped peeled cucumber and lime juice in a food processor. Process until smooth.

Finally, grab a pitcher and combine mint-lavender simple syrup, cucumber-lime puree, and club soda. Stir well. Serve over ice, garnish with mint sprigs and lime wedges if you have any left over, and enjoy!

Cucumber Lime Lavender Spritzer

Yield: 8

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

This effervescent cucumber mocktail perfectly balances floral, tangy, and sweet flavors! Try at a pitcher at your next summer luncheon or brunch!

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Ingredients

• 1/2 cup water
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar or sugar substitute
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender
• 3 cups peeled cucumber (about 3 regular-sized cucumbers)
• 2/3 cup fresh lime juice (approximately 4 limes)
• 6 cups club soda

Instructions

1. Combine 1/2 cup water and sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high, making sure to stir until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and add mint leaves and lavender. Allow to steep for 15 minutes. Pour through a strainer into a bowl and discard solids. Allow to cool completely.
2. Meanwhile, combine cucumber and lime juice in a food processor. Process until smooth.
3. Combine mint-lavender simple syrup, cucumber-lime puree, and club soda in a large pitcher. Stir well. Serve over ice and garnish with mint sprigs and lime wedges.

Notes

• Add a splash of gin to turn into a delightful summer tipple.
• For a lower calorie sugar substitute, try Swerve instead of granulated white sugar.

Nutrition Information

Yield 8Serving Size 7.5oz
Amount Per ServingCalories 46Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 4mgCarbohydrates 12gFiber 1gSugar 10gProtein 0g

Nutritional information isn't always accurate and can vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to discrepancies among brands, precision of measurements, and freshness of ingredients.

I’m becoming a pretty big fan of cucumber mocktail recipes, y’all. If you have go-to cucumber mocktail, I’d love to hear it!