Shaken Cucumber Lemonade Cooler

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

A refreshing blend of cool cucumber and tart lemonade, shaken to a crisp chill and served over crushed ice for a revitalizing summer sipper. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together cucumber, peeled and sliced, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water) 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 180 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

• 4 slices cucumber, peeled and sliced
• 1.5 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
• 2 oz vodka
• 2 oz club soda
• 1 cup crushed ice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Muddle 4 cucumber slices gently in a cocktail shaker to release fresh flavor without pulverizing.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 oz fresh lemon juice, 1 oz simple syrup, and 2 oz vodka to the shaker.
3. Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until frosty cold.
4. Step 4: Fill a Collins glass with 1 cup crushed ice and strain the mixture over the ice.
5. Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon to combine.
6. Step 6: Garnish with a thin cucumber ribbon twisted on a cocktail pick and a lemon wheel perched on the rim.