Vegan Gin and Tonic with Lime, Cucumber and a Twist of Mint
Be cool as a cucumber this Christmas with this refreshing vegan gin and tonic cocktail with a hint of mint and zesty lime
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Elevate your gin and tonic this festive season with this refreshing vegan gin and tonic recipe.
With a twist of mint, a cucumber flair, and a zesty lime finish, this refined cocktail will please the most discerning of palates.
The bright, fresh flavours of this drink are delightfully refreshing, particularly after a slew of rich roasts, decadent desserts, and festive feasts.
Is gin vegan?
Most gins are vegan friendly, as the traditional recipe does not use any animal products or processes. However, flavour-infused gins are in vogue, and some of these may use animal products, like honey, in the infusion.
The lime, cucumber and mint in this vegan gin and tonic recipe add plenty of flavour to your cocktail so it’s best to use a plain gin, which will be better for your drink’s flavour and more likely to be vegan-friendly.
How to make the cucumber spiral
Adding the cucumber spiral to your glass is a simple but effective way to add flair to your drink, and it also infuses your cocktail with the refreshing taste of cucumber.
To make the spiral, simply slice your cucumber lengthways as thinly as you can. Then lay the thin slice lengthways around the inside of your glass, gently pressing the cucumber against the side to help it stay in place. Pour your drink gently into the glass to keep the cucumber in its neat spiral.
For a more muddled look, use a spiraliser to turn your cucumber into long, thin ‘springs’ and place a spring into the centre of each glass before pouring your drink.
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Rating:
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients
Method
Ingredients
(Servings: 2)
- 25 25 ml lime juice or cordial
- 50 50 ml gin
- tonic water
- 0.125 0.125 small cucumber, spiralised or thinly sliced
- 1 1 sprigs mint
- 1 1 wedges lime
Method
- Line each glass with a spiral of cucumber and add some ice.
- Then pour into each glass: 25ml lime juice (or cordial for a sweeter twist), add 50ml gin, and top up with tonic water.
- Bruise a large sprig of mint and add to the glass.
- Decorate with a wedge of lime on the side.
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