Herbal Ginger and Cucumber Collins
A crisp and invigorating Collins cocktail featuring fresh cucumber and spicy ginger syrup balanced with botanical gin. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 7 minutes brings together gin, fresh lime juice, ginger 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 150 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 3/4 oz ginger syrup
- 3 thin slices cucumber slices
- 3 oz club soda
- enough for shaker and glass ice cubes
- 1 sprig mint sprig
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 3 thin cucumber slices in a cocktail shaker and muddle gently to release their flavor.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 3/4 oz ginger syrup to the shaker.
- Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until chilled.
- Step 4: Double strain into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes to remove cucumber pulp.
- Step 5: Top with 3 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds.
- Step 6: Garnish by lightly bruising a mint sprig between your palms to release aroma and place it upright in the glass.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herbal Ginger and Cucumber Collins take to make?
Total time is about 7 minutes (7 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Herbal Ginger and Cucumber Collins?
Refrigerate any leftover herbal ginger and cucumber collins in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herbal Ginger and Cucumber Collins?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herbal Ginger and Cucumber Collins for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herbal Ginger and Cucumber Collins?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
