Cucumber–Cumin Maple Cooler

1 serving · ⏱ 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4–6 slices Cucumber, ¼ inch thick
  • ¼–½ tsp Cumin Seeds, lightly crushed
  • 3–4 leaves Mint
  • 1½ tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup
  • ⅛ tsp Apple Cider Vinegar (optional)
  • 6–8 tbsp Filtered Water
  • Ice

Directions

  1. Slice the cucumber and lightly crush the cumin seeds with the flat of a knife.
  2. Muddle the cucumber, cumin, and mint in a shaker or jar 8–10 times, until juicy.
  3. Stir in the lemon juice, maple syrup, and optional apple cider vinegar.
  4. Add ice and shake for 10–12 seconds, or stir for 20 seconds, until chilled.
  5. Strain into a tall glass of fresh ice; fine-strain if desired. Add filtered water and adjust maple syrup, lemon juice, or cucumber to taste.