Sandra This Cucumber Lime Martini is a refreshing drink with a nice balance of lime, cucumber, and fresh herbs. It’s a perfect drink for any summer day or when you’re hosting friends. Easy to make and full of flavor, this martini is sure to impress! This elegant and vibrant cocktail is ready in minutes, plus chilling time.
Bobby Flay Cucumber Lime Martini Ingredients
For the Simple Syrup:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
For the Cucumber-Lime Base:
- 1 English cucumber
- 1 teaspoon grated lime zest plus 1 cup fresh lime juice
- 3/4 to 1 cup chilled Simple Syrup
- Handful of fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill fronds
For the Cocktail:
- 4 shots of cold vodka or gin
- Ice
How To Make a Bobby Flay Cucumber Lime Martini
- Make the Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium, stirring, until the sugar has completely dissolved. Let it cool completely.
- Prepare the Cucumber-Lime Base: Slice 4 very thin rounds from the cucumber for garnish and set aside. Peel, seed, and coarsely chop the rest of the cucumber. In a blender, combine the chopped cucumber, 1 cup of fresh lime juice, ¾ to 1 cup of the cooled Simple Syrup, and 2 cups of cold water. Blend until completely smooth.
- Chill the Base: Pour the blended mixture into a pitcher. Stir in the lime zest, fresh mint leaves, and dill fronds. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Keep the reserved cucumber slices chilled as well.
- Shake and Serve: When you’re ready to serve, fill a cocktail shaker with ice. For each drink, add one shot (1.5 oz) of cold vodka or gin and about 1 cup of the chilled cucumber-lime mixture. Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
- Garnish: Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a chilled cucumber slice and a few small leaves of mint and dill. Repeat the process to make the remaining martinis.
Recipe Tips
- How to get the best flavor? The most important secret is to let the cucumber-lime base chill for at least 2 hours. This is a non-negotiable step that allows the fresh herb and citrus flavors to fully infuse the liquid, creating a much more complex and delicious drink.
- Why use fresh juice? For the brightest, most authentic flavor, you must use freshly squeezed lime juice. Bottled juice often has a dull or slightly bitter aftertaste that will be noticeable in a fresh cocktail like this.
- How to get a perfectly smooth drink? After shaking the martini, be sure to strain the mixture through a cocktail strainer (or a fine-mesh sieve) as you pour it into the glass. This will remove any small bits of pulp or ice shards and give your drink a professional, silky texture.
- How to balance the sweetness? Everyone’s preference is different. Start with ¾ cup of the simple syrup in your base mixture. Taste it, and if you prefer a sweeter drink, feel free to add the remaining ¼ cup.
What To Serve With a Cucumber Lime Martini
This is a classic, refreshing cocktail that is a perfect sipper on its own. It is a fantastic pre-dinner drink or a cocktail for a summer party, and it pairs wonderfully with light, fresh appetizers like:
- Shrimp skewers or fresh oysters
- A simple cheese and cracker plate
- Light, salty snacks like Marcona almonds
How To Store Leftovers
- Refrigerate: Let any leftover Cucumber Lime Martini base cool down to room temperature first. Once cooled, pour it into a sealed container or pitcher and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Be sure to shake or stir it well before using it to make more cocktails.
Cucumber Lime Martini Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Total Carbohydrate: 15g
- Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 0g
Nutrition information is estimated for a single cocktail and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Yes, absolutely! The cucumber-lime base is a delicious and refreshing drink all on its own. Simply serve it over ice, perhaps with a splash of sparkling water or tonic water, for a perfect mocktail.
A cloudy appearance is completely normal for this drink! It’s from the blended cucumber pulp, which gives the drink its fresh flavor and body.
Yes. While the recipe suggests vodka or gin, this would also be delicious with a light, white rum for a more mojito-like feel, or even a blanco tequila for a twist on a margarita.
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- Bobby Flay Chicken Tacos with Grilled Poblanos & BBQ Onions Recipe
- Bobby Flay Pulled Pork with Black Pepper Vinegar Recipe
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Bobby Flay Cucumber Lime Martini Recipe
Description
A bright, crisp, and incredibly refreshing martini featuring a homemade cucumber-lime base infused with fresh mint and dill.
Ingredients
Instructions
- First, make a simple syrup (1 part sugar, 1 part water, heated until dissolved) and let it cool.
- In a blender, puree the chopped cucumber, lime juice, simple syrup, and 2 cups of cold water until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a pitcher and stir in the lime zest, mint leaves, and dill.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors infuse.
- To make a martini, fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add 1 shot of vodka or gin and about 1 cup of the chilled cucumber-lime mixture.
- Shake vigorously for 10 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a thin slice of cucumber.
Notes
- Chill the Base: The most important tip for the best flavor is to let the cucumber-lime mixture chill for at least two hours before making your cocktails. This non-negotiable step allows the herbs to fully infuse the liquid.
- Use Fresh Juice: For the brightest, most authentic flavor, you must use freshly squeezed lime juice, not the bottled kind.
- Double Strain for a Silky Texture: For a perfectly smooth, restaurant-quality cocktail, pour the shaken drink through a fine-mesh sieve as you pour it into the glass to catch any small bits of pulp or ice.
- Resting is Essential: Do not skip the chilling step. The rest time in the refrigerator is what transforms this from a simple juice into a complex, herb-infused mixer.
