Cucumber Mint Saigon Sling

Name: Cucumber Mint Saigon Sling
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz vietnamese gin; 1 oz lime juice; 0.75 oz cucumber mint syrup; null mint leaves; null thinly sliced cucumber ribbon; 1 cup water; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup cucumber; 1/2 cup mint leaves

Refreshing Vietnamese-inspired cocktail with cucumber mint flavors

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

20%*

Calories

250*

Net Carbs

44g*

Ingredients:

thinly sliced cucumber ribbon

AI Request:Cucumber mint Vietnam gin serve in Nick Nora glass no ice similar gimlet

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Immerse yourself in the refreshing and aromatic essence of Vietnam with the Cucumber Mint Saigon Sling. This innovative cocktail pays homage to the classic gimlet, incorporating vibrant Vietnamese flavors to create a truly unique and invigorating sip. Served in a sophisticated Nick & Nora glass, without ice, to maintain the intensity and purity of flavors, this drink is a minimalist masterpiece, perfect for a refined cocktail experience. Ingredients: - 2 oz Vietnamese Gin (a gin infused with Southeast Asian botanicals, if available) - 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice - 0.75 oz Cucumber Mint Syrup* - Fresh Mint Leaves (for garnish) - Thinly Sliced Cucumber Ribbon (for garnish) Cucumber Mint Syrup: - 1 cup Water - 1 cup Granulated Sugar - 1 cup Fresh Cucumber (chopped) - 1/2 cup Fresh Mint Leaves Instructions for the Cucumber Mint Syrup: 1. In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves. 2. Add chopped cucumber and mint leaves. Simmer for 5 minutes. 3. Remove from heat and let the mixture steep for 20 minutes. 4. Strain the syrup into a clean jar, pressing on the solids to extract flavor. Cool before use. Cocktail Assembly: 1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Vietnamese gin, fresh lime juice, and cucumber mint syrup. Shake with enthusiasm to blend the flavors. 2. Strain the mixture into a chilled Nick & Nora glass, ensuring a smooth pour without ice. 3. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a cucumber ribbon elegantly twirled inside the glass. Elevate your cocktail experience with this refreshing and sophisticated Cucumber Mint Saigon Sling, a testament to the vibrant flavors and lush landscapes of Vietnam.

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