Lemon & Cucumber Lemonade Vodka Cocktail

A cold glass of homemade lemonade is the perfect way to enjoy your day.

However, let’s kick it up a notch by adding a little vodka, lemon, and cucumber to make a refreshingly frosty cold summer cocktail.

This Lemon & Cucumber Lemonade Vodka Cocktail is great for summer entertainment or when you need something cool and refreshing to sip on to help you wind down. 

Lemon & Cucumber Lemonade Vodka Cocktail

Who wants a frosty, cold glass of refreshing Lemon and cucumber Lemonade?

I mean, if you think regular lemonade is the be-all and end-all of summertime beverages, then I beg of you to reconsider.

Our version of this classic summer staple elevates the refreshment game. Two ingredients are all you need to add.

Reyka vodka and just-picked, extra-fresh sliced cucumbers. That’s it? Yes, that’s it.

But if you don’t want the vodka, that’s okay. The cucumbers’ addition to the sweet and lemony sour is a surprisingly delicious combination.

Get the recipe down below, and here’s to a great summer. Cheers!

Lemon & Cucumber Lemonade (1 Quart)

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Cucumbers, sliced thin
• 2 Lemons, sliced
• 4 – 6 Tbsp Pre-Sweetened Lemonade (or homemade lemonade)
• 3 – 4 ounces Reyka Vodka (or vodka of your choice, adjust to taste)
• Crushed ice (or cubed, your preference)
• Fresh mint sprigs for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. Make the Lemonade: Combine 4 – 6 tablespoons of pre-sweetened lemonade or your homemade lemonade base in a large pitcher. Add water to fill the pitcher about 3/4 full, leaving room for ice and the cucumber and lemon slices.
2. Prepare the Drink: Add the sliced cucumbers and lemons to the pitcher. Stir gently to combine.
3. Add the Vodka: Pour in 3 – 4 ounces of Reyka Vodka (or your choice) and mix well. Taste and adjust the vodka to your desired strength.
4. Chill: Add crushed or cubed ice to the pitcher, adjusting the amount based on your preference for chill and dilution.
5. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, and serve immediately.

Can I Double The Recipe 

Go ahead and make a larger batch of this cocktail if you want.

This makes a quart, but you are welcome to make a double or even triple batch. 

Don’t add ice until you are ready to serve. Otherwise, the ice will melt the drink. 

How to Make This Non-Alcoholic 

Leave out the vodka. Replace the vodka with lemon lime soda or bubbly water for a fizzy twist.

This will give the lemonade a bit of a twist! 

Drink responsibly, and never drink and drive.

Can I Make This Recipe With Pink Lemonade 

Yes, go right ahead and use pink lemonade instead of plain.

Even a raspberry or strawberry-flavored lemonade would be a delicious pairing with the cucumbers and vodka. 

Can I Do A Limeade Instead of Lemonade

So, if you want to grab some limeade, swap out the lemon portions for limeade and garnish with limes instead of lemon wedges.

This is a wonderful swap that will give you a tart and sweet flavor that is still thirst-quenching. 

Storing Leftovers 

If you do not drink all of this lemonade cocktail, it can be stored in the fridge overnight.

I run the mixture through a strainer or colander to remove the ice, and then I store it in the fridge.

Removing the ice helps prevent it from watering down. 

Lemon & Cucumber Vodka Lemonade

Refresh with this easy Lemon & Cucumber Lemonade vodka recipe! A perfect balance of zesty lemon, crisp cucumber, and smooth Reyka vodka, served over ice. Ideal for summer parties or a relaxing drink.

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Course: Cocktails

Cuisine: American

Servings: 4

Author: D. Durand Worthey

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Ingredients

 

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• 1/2 cup Cucumbers sliced thin
• 2 Lemons sliced
• 4 - 6 Tbsp Pre-Sweetened Lemonade or homemade lemonade
• 3 - 4 ounces Reyka Vodka or vodka of your choice, adjust to taste
• Crushed ice or cubed, your preference
• Fresh mint sprigs for garnish optional

Instructions

• Make the Lemonade: Combine 4 - 6 tablespoons of pre-sweetened lemonade or your homemade lemonade base in a large pitcher. Add water to fill the pitcher about 3/4 full, leaving room for ice and the cucumber and lemon slices.
• Prepare the Drink: Add the sliced cucumbers and lemons to the pitcher. Stir gently to combine.
• Add the Vodka: Pour in 3 - 4 ounces of Reyka Vodka (or your choice) and mix well. Taste and adjust the vodka to your desired strength.
• Chill: Add crushed or cubed ice to the pitcher, adjusting the amount based on your preference for chill and dilution.
• Garnish and Serve: Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, and serve immediately.

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