Cucumber Gin Cooler – A Healthier Summer Cocktail

It’s a fresher, healthier upgrade to your typical summer cocktail. Whether you’re hosting a party or sipping solo, it’s the kind of drink that looks fancy, but takes minutes to make.

Why You’ll Love This Sparkling Summer Cocktail

• Sparkling fresh flavor is great for summer parties, bridal showers, or patio/poolside sipping
• Can also be made as a mocktail
• Naturally colored with cucumber, mint, and lime
• Lightly sweetened with a natural sweetener, honey, not fakey syrups
• Easy to make, just 5 ingredients

Making Healthier Cocktails

Not a pro bartender? Me either. That’s why the cocktails on this blog are simple, fast, and made with natural, gluten-free ingredients. You can enjoy drinks without fake syrups or feeling like you’ve wrecked your healthy habits. These cocktails are perfect for entertaining — or just giving yourself a better-for-you option.

How to Make a Cucumber Gin Cocktail

This cocktail begins with high-quality gluten free liquor (see below for a little more info). This is pureed in blender with cucumber and mint (which add both flavor and green color). This is then strained to make it smoother.

Raw honey and lime juice add a fresh, and lightly sweet, smooth flavor! Garnishes and cubed ice can be added into (2) 16 oz highball glasses, the green puree is divided evenly amongst them, and they are topped with sparkling water for an even lighter, refreshing finish.

Serving/Making Your Cucumber Gin Cooler Beautiful

For a festive touch, use fun party picks or colorful garnishes. I added sparkly green shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day, but you can swap in sun, flower, or pool-themed picks for summer. Lime wedges, cucumber slices, and mint leaves bring even more green to your glass.

The ingredients for this recipe make two full cocktails, but if you’re having a party, you’ll likely want to double or quadruple it which should be easy given the even measurements below!

Is Gin or Vodka Gluten-Free?

Gluten-free? This can be a hot topic as most liquor made from wheat is said to be distilled enough to remove the gluten. However, being extra sensitive, I’d always recommend being safe vs sorry and choosing liquor made from non-gluten containing ingredients.

Both vodkas and gins can be commonly made from wheat, so I opt to research my favorite brands prior. In this case, this recipe has the option for either vodka or gin, depending on personal taste preference.

Best Gluten-Free Liquor Options for This Cocktail

Vodka created a slightly milder, sweeter flavor in the final cocktail. I used Titos Vodka, which is made from corn. Gin created a slightly earthier, deeper yet slightly more refreshing final cocktail. Prairie Organic Gin or Aviation American Gin are both great options.

Get Your Healthy Party Ready!

Let’s raise a glass to clean cocktails, natural colors, and easy party recipes. Whether you’re celebrating, sipping for a summer cool down, or just enjoying in peace, this healthier cucumber gin cooler keeps things light and refreshing. So grab your favorite gluten free cocktails and healthy party recipes and get started!

Here’s to colorful parties, natural ingredients, and regaining our sparkle together,
✧❈✯✦Jenn✦✯❈