Tom’s Garden Cooler
A refreshing, garden-driven cooler with bright citrus, fresh cucumber, and soft herbal notes.
Ingredients:
• 2 oz (60 ml) Anchored Spirits American Gin
• 0.75 oz (22 ml) fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 oz (15 ml) simple syrup
• 3–4 fresh cucumber slices
• 2–3 fresh mint leaves
• Soda water, chilled, to top
• Mint sprig or cucumber slice (garnish)
Cucumber & Mint Prep
• Use firm cucumber with minimal seeds
• Rinse and gently dry mint leaves
• Avoid aggressive muddling to prevent bitterness
Lightly press cucumber and mint to release aroma and freshness without breaking down solids. Overworking herbs or cucumber will cloud the drink.
Instructions:
1. Muddle
Gently press cucumber and mint in a shaker to release aroma.
2. Shake
Add Anchored Spirits American Gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice. Shake briefly to chill.
3. Strain
Strain into the serving glass over fresh ice.
4. Finish
Top with chilled soda water and gently lift to integrate.
5. Garnish
Finish with a mint sprig or cucumber slice.
