Zesty Cucumber Mule Recipe
This Amsterdam Mule recipe takes the classic Moscow Mule one step further. The addition of cucumber simple syrup, the subtle taste of mint and a garnishment of black pepper give this drink a decidedly unique and refreshing taste.
Servings Prep Time
1person 5minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
5minutes 10minutes
Servings Prep Time
1person 5minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
5minutes 10minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Add mint leaves to the bottom of your glasses.
  2. Pour 1.5 ounces of cooled cucumber simple syrup into each of your glasses.
  3. Muddle mint
  4. Add in ice cubes, vodka and ginger beer.
  5. Top with a garnishment of cucumber and black pepper.
Recipe Notes

Cucumber Simple Syrup Recipe

Yields: 3 servings

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 6 slices cucumber

– Peel cucumber and cut into 1/2″ slices.

– Add sugar and water to a small saucepan over medium heat.  Stir until sugar dissolves.

– Add cucumber slices to sugar and water mixture.

– Reduce heat to low and cook for 2 minutes.

– Remove from heat and let sit for ten minutes.

– Strain mixture through fine mesh strainer to remove cucumber.