Velvet Cucumber Vodka Collins
A refreshing vodka Collins with fresh cucumber and silky smooth lemon foam, perfect for a summer afternoon. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lemon 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 140 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 vodka
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- 4 thin slices cucumber slices
- 3 oz club soda
- 1 small egg white
- 1 for garnish lemon wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a shaker without ice, muddle 4 thin cucumber slices gently to release flavor.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz simple syrup, and 1 small egg white.
- Step 3: Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
- Step 4: Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for 12 seconds until chilled and frothy.
- Step 5: Strain into a tall Collins glass filled with ice cubes.
- Step 6: Top with 3 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon to combine.
- Step 7: Garnish with a lemon wheel on the rim, resting a thin cucumber ribbon inside the glass.
