Cucumber Mint Limeade Punch

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-15 · Updated 2026-05-15

A crisp, refreshing punch combining cool cucumber, vibrant lime, and fresh mint, ideal for light summer parties or brunches. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together cucumber juice, fresh lime juice, simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 50 calories and feeds 6, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cucumber juice
• 3/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup simple syrup
• 3 cups sparkling water
• 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup cucumber slices
• 2 cups ice cubes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Juice fresh cucumbers until you have 2 cups of cucumber juice, then pour into a large pitcher.
2. Step 2: Add 3/4 cup fresh lime juice and 1/2 cup simple syrup to the pitcher; stir until the syrup is fully incorporated for a balanced sweet-tart flavor.
3. Step 3: Tear 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves and add them to the mixture, gently muddling with a wooden spoon to release their fragrance.
4. Step 4: Add 3 cups chilled sparkling water to the pitcher and stir lightly to combine without losing bubbles.
5. Step 5: Fill a punch bowl with 2 cups ice cubes and 1 cup cucumber slices, then pour the limeade mixture over the ice and garnish with additional mint sprigs before serving.