Herbal Mint Martini
A refreshing twist featuring fresh mint and honey, with a cucumber slice for a cool, herbal finish—ideal for warm evenings or as a palate cleanser. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lime juice, honey 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 144 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
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.25 oz honey syrup
- 4 fresh mint leaves
- 1 slice cucumber
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 4 fresh mint leaves with 0.25 oz honey syrup until fragrant and the mint releases its oils (about 15 seconds).
- Step 2: Add 2 oz gin and 0.5 oz fresh lime juice to the shaker with 1 cup ice cubes. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the drink is well-chilled and slightly frosted.
- Step 3: Strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass. Place the cucumber slice on the rim for a refreshing garnish. Serve immediately, enjoying the cool mint-cucumber aroma and bright citrus finish.
