Cucumber Zen Garden

Description: The Cucumber Zen Garden cocktail is a refreshing, sparkling concoction that marries the delicate flavors of Japanese sake with the crisp notes of cucumber. Perfect for a summer day or a tranquil evening, this drink brings a slice of serenity with every sip. The FeverTree Sparkling Cucumber adds an effervescent texture, creating a sophisticated and invigorating beverage. Ingredients: - 1 1/2 oz Sake (preferably a light, floral Junmai Ginjo) - 1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur - 1/4 oz Fresh Lime Juice - 3 oz FeverTree Sparkling Cucumber - 2 Cucumber Slices - Fresh Mint Leaves - Ice Cubes Instructions: 1. Fill a tall Collins glass with ice cubes to chill. 2. In a cocktail shaker, muddle one slice of cucumber and a few mint leaves to release their flavors. 3. Add the sake, elderflower liqueur, and fresh lime juice into the shaker. 4. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds. 5. Remove the ice from the Collins glass and strain the contents of the shaker into the glass. 6. Top up the cocktail with FeverTree Sparkling Cucumber. 7. Gently stir to blend the ingredients without losing the carbonation. 8. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a thin slice of cucumber either floating on top or perched on the rim of the glass. Serve in: Collins Glass The Cucumber Zen Garden offers a delightful fusion of Eastern tradition and Western mixology, making it an ideal choice for those who appreciate a cocktail with a light body and an enchanting flavor profile.