Vodka Elderflower Muddled Fizz
Light and floral, this vodka cocktail features muddled cucumber and elderflower liqueur topped with sparkling water for freshness. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together vodka, elderflower liqueur, cucumber slices 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur
- 4 thin slices cucumber slices
- 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
- 3 oz sparkling water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 for garnish cucumber ribbon
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 4 thin cucumber slices into a mixing glass and muddle gently to release flavor without pulverizing.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 oz vodka, 1 oz elderflower liqueur, and 3/4 oz fresh lime juice.
- Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with 1 cup of ice cubes.
- Step 4: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and combine.
- Step 5: Strain into a chilled Collins glass filled halfway with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 6: Top with 3 oz sparkling water and stir gently once to integrate.
- Step 7: Garnish by wrapping a thin cucumber ribbon inside the glass along the side.
