1/4cupcucumberabout 5 slices that are cut 1/2" thick.
4ouncesgin
2ounceslime juicefresh-squeezed
4 ouncestonic water
2ouncessimple syrup
2 1/2cupsice
Instructions
First, squeeze the fresh limes to extract the juice—freshly squeezed lime juice is essential for the best flavor.
Next, slice about five pieces of cucumber, each about ½-inch thick.
Add the cucumber slices, lime juice, gin, tonic water, simple syrup, and ice into a blender.
Blend everything together until the mixture is smooth and slushy.
Pour the frozen gin and tonic into an old-fashioned glass and serve immediately.
Notes
If not serving immediately, keep the frozen concoction in the freezer. Just use the blender jar for convenience.Balance the taste by adjusting the lime juice, gin, or ice.
Always taste test! Add more lime juice, gin, or ice to this recipe to make it your own!