Best Cucumber Infused Gin Recipes

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CUCUMBER-INFUSED GIN-AND-GRAPEFRUIT FIZZ



Cucumber-Infused Gin-and-Grapefruit Fizz image

Infusing gin with cucumber brings out the spirit's floral flavor, which is the perfect match for sweet-tart grapefruit soda in this elegant brunch cocktail.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 12h10m

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 Persian cucumbers (or 1/2 English cucumber), thinly sliced into rounds, plus more slices for serving
12 ounces gin, such as Hendrick's
8 large ice cubes, or regular ice cubes
3 12-ounce bottles grapefruit soda, such as Spindrift

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers in a small pitcher. Mash with a muddling tool or a wooden spoon until cucumbers release juices and break down into small pieces. Add gin, cover, and refrigerate at least 12 hours and up to 3 days.
  • Place ice in each serving glass. Pour 1 1/2 ounces cucumber-infused gin into each and top with soda. Stir once, garnish with cucumber slices, and serve immediately.

CUCUMBER-INFUSED GIN



Cucumber-Infused Gin image

Use this recipe when making our Cucumber-Gin Gimlet.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Yield Makes 1 bottle

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 bottle (750 mL) gin
2 English cucumbers, washed and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine gin and cucumbers in a glass jar. Cover, and let steep at room temperature for at least 2 days (or up to 1 week). Strain, discarding cucumbers.

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