Cucumber Lemon Drop – Picnic Style

Updated November 30, 2024

No picnic is complete without refreshments, and nothing is more refreshing than an ice-cold cucumber lemon drop. I enjoy making this drink for events because the flavors are simple, clean, and appeal to most. I made a large batch for my wedding, which happened to be in the 90 degree heat, and they were a hit. But the best part about this particular recipe is that the cocktails are served in cute little mason jars, making them easy to make ahead of time before transporting to your picnic. Once you’re ready to serve, just pop the top, add ice and shake. Each individual mason jar acts as a personal shaker, adding a little fun to your picnic that people love.

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Cucumber Lemon Drop - Picnic Style

A refreshing cocktail that is simple to assemble and easy to drink!

Servings: 1 cocktail

INGREDIENTS

For the cocktail

• 1 1/2 oz vodka
• 3/4 oz cucumber syrup
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 1 1/2 oz cucumber water
• 1 slice cucumber (for garnish)
• 1/2 pint mason jar

For the cucumber syrup

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 6 slices cucumber (1/2 inch slices, peeled)

For the cucumber water

• 1 cup water
• 6 slices cucumber (1/2 inch slices, peeled)

INSTRUCTIONS

For the cucumber water

1. Cut each cucumber slice in half and place into a glass container with water. Let soak for 1-3 hours, then strain.

For the cucumber syrup

1. Cut each cucumber slice in half.
2. Add sugar and water to a small saucepan and stir on medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Once dissolved, add cucumber slices, reduce heat to low, and cook for 2 minutes
3. After 2 minutes, remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes to continue to soak a bit before straining.

For the cocktail

1. Simply add all of your cocktail ingredients to a mason jar and seal.
2. Each jar holds one full cocktail, so pack as many as you need for your party into your picnic basket or cooler. Speaking of coolers, remember to bring ice. You'll need it for the final cocktail.
3. Once you arrive at your picnic and are ready to drink your cocktail, simply remove the top of the mason jar and fill to the top with ice. Screw the top on tight and shake vigorously for 10 seconds. Once shaken, remove the top, add a straw and a thin slice of cucumber for garnish.

NOTES

This recipe makes enough cucumber water and syrup for a few cocktails, though the cocktail recipe is written for one cocktail. It is an easy recipe to multiply for more, if desired.

(images by HonestlyYUM)