#1 Cucumber Cooler Recipe: Simple, Low-Sugar Tequila Cocktail
What is the Cucumber Cooler?
This Cucumber Cooler Recipe is a light, refreshing, and simple tequila-based cocktail perfect for hot summer days. The crisp taste of fresh cucumber juice pairs beautifully with lime juice and tequila, creating a low-sugar cocktail that is both tangy and cooling. If you’re looking for an easy cocktail with clean flavors, this is your go-to recipe. It’s the perfect drink to serve at gatherings, BBQs, or a relaxed evening at home.
Ingredients for the Cucumber Cooler Recipe
• 2 oz blanco tequila (I recommend LALO Tequila for a smooth finish)
• 2 oz fresh cucumber juice
• 1 oz fresh-squeezed lime juice
• Ice
• Salted rim (I use Redmond Real Salt for the perfect rim)
How to Make the Cucumber Cooler in 3 Easy Steps
Step 1 – Prepare Your Glass
Start by rimming your glass with Redmond Real Salt. Use a lime wedge to wet the rim, then dip it in salt to create a beautiful, seasoned edge. Fill the glass with ice to keep your drink cool and refreshing.
Step 2 – Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine the blanco tequila, fresh cucumber juice, and lime juice. Shake well to blend the flavors. This will create a refreshing and refreshing base for your cocktail.
Step 3 – Pour and Serve
Pour the mixture into your prepared glass with ice. Garnish with a cucumber slice or lime wedge for an extra touch of freshness. Serve immediately and enjoy the crisp, low-sugar cocktail!
Why You’ll Love This Cucumber Cooler
This simple Cucumber Cooler Recipe is perfect for those looking for a healthy and refreshing cocktail option. The drink is:
• A Low-Sugar Tequila Cocktail: With no added sugar, this cocktail relies on natural flavors from cucumber and lime.
• Quick and Easy: This drink can be prepared in less than 5 minutes, making it ideal for any occasion.
• Refreshing: The combination of cucumber juice and lime creates a cooling effect, making it the ultimate summer drink.
Health Benefits of the Cucumber Cooler
Cucumbers are known for their hydrating properties, making them an excellent ingredient in cocktails. They’re low in calories, full of vitamins, and provide a refreshing taste. When combined with lime, which is rich in Vitamin C, this drink helps you stay cool and hydrated without relying on sugary mixers. By using blanco tequila, you’re also opting for a smoother, cleaner taste that pairs well with these fresh ingredients.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I Use a Different Alcohol for This Recipe?
Yes! While blanco tequila pairs beautifully with the cucumber and lime, you can substitute it with vodka or gin for a slightly different flavor profile.
Can I Make This as a Mocktail?
Absolutely! Simply omit the tequila and increase the cucumber juice to 3 oz. You’ll still get a refreshing, delicious drink without the alcohol.
I like to serve this delicious cucumber refresher with my crispy tacos
Simple Low-Sugar Cucumber Cooler: Refreshing Tequila Cocktail Recipe
Anne Murray, MS, RD
This refreshing, low-sugar Cucumber Cooler is a simple and healthy tequila cocktail made with fresh cucumber juice, lime, and a salted rim. Perfect for hot summer days or casual gatherings, this drink is easy to prepare and packed with crisp, fresh flavors. Whether you serve it as a cocktail or mocktail, it’s the ultimate way to stay cool.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Course cocktails, skinny cocktails
Cuisine cucumber margarita, drinks, healthy recipes, mocktails
4 oz blanco tequila (such as LALO Tequila)
4 oz fresh cucumber juice
2 oz fresh-squeezed lime juice
Ice
Salt for rimming the glass (e.g., Redmond Real Salt)
Optional: Cucumber slices or lime wedges for garnish
Blender Method: Wash the cucumbers (no need to peel), then chop them into chunks. Add the cucumber chunks to a blender with a small splash of water and blend until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to extract the juice.
Juicer Method: Simply feed unpeeled cucumber chunks through a juicer to extract fresh cucumber juice.
Set aside 4 oz of the juice for your drinks.
Run a lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip the rims into a plate of salt to coat. Fill the glasses with ice.
In a cocktail shaker, combine the blanco tequila, fresh cucumber juice, and lime juice. Add ice and shake well for 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture.
Strain the mixture into the prepared glasses over the ice. Garnish with cucumber slices or lime wedges if desired, and enjoy your refreshing Cucumber Cooler!
•Customize Your Cooler: You can easily make this Cucumber Cooler Recipe alcohol-free by omitting the tequila. Increase the cucumber juice to 3 oz for a refreshing mocktail option.
•Make-Ahead Tip: You can prepare the cucumber juice up to 24 hours in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge to keep it fresh.
•Tequila Substitute: Prefer a different spirit? Swap the tequila for vodka or gin for a slightly different flavor profile while maintaining the refreshing cucumber base.
•Health Benefits: Cucumbers are rich in antioxidants and high in water content, making this drink not only hydrating but also a good source of vitamins and minerals.
•Serving Suggestions: Pair this Cucumber Cooler with light appetizers like avocado toast, veggie platters, or seafood dishes to complement the refreshing flavors of the drink. Keyword cucumber drink, cucumber refresher, cucumber tequila drink, healthy cocktail, healthy mocktail, low sugar cocktail, tequilar recipe
