Cucumber-Mint Vodka Collins with Elderflower

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-28 · Updated 2026-07-28

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A refreshing and floral vodka cocktail featuring fresh cucumber, mint, and elderflower liqueur topped with sparkling soda. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together vodka, elderflower liqueur, fresh cucumber, peeled and sliced 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 160 calories and feeds 1, 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.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 160 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 oz vodka
0.75 oz elderflower liqueur
4 slices fresh cucumber, peeled and sliced
6 fresh mint leaves
1 oz fresh lemon juice
0.5 oz simple syrup
2 oz club soda
as needed ice cubes
1 for garnish mint sprig

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Instructions

Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 4 peeled cucumber slices and 6 fresh mint leaves gently until cucumber releases juice and mint is fragrant.
Step 2: Add 1.5 oz vodka, 0.75 oz elderflower liqueur, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup to the shaker with ice cubes.
Step 3: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well chilled and combined.
Step 4: Strain into a tall Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently to combine.
Step 6: Garnish with 1 fresh mint sprig for aroma.