
Refreshing Spa Water Punch
A vibrant and healthy punch perfect for summer gatherings or a relaxing evening. This recipe combines the refreshing taste of mint, cucumber, and a hint of citrus with a touch of bubbly.
Equipment Needed
- Large pitcher
- Medium Saucepan
- Rocks glasses
Ingredients
- 8.00 leavesFresh Mint Leaves(Use high-quality mint for best flavor.)
- 3.00 tablespoonsSugar(Adjust to taste.)
- 2.00 mediumPersian Cucumbers(Thinly sliced.)
- 1.00 cupDry Sherry(Fino or Manzanilla.)
- 1.00 cupFresh Lime Juice(Freshly squeezed for best flavor.)
- 1.00 cupGin(Optional, for a more robust flavor.)
- 1.00 literChilled Sparkling Water(Use club soda or sparkling water.)
- 6.00 sprigsFresh Mint Sprigs(For garnish.)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine water and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Add mint leaves and steep for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and strain.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Add cucumber slices to the pitcher.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Let cool completely for at least 20 minutes.
Estimated time: 20 minutes
Stir in sherry, lime juice, and gin (if using).
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Chill the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
Estimated time: 30 minutes
Fill glasses with ice.
Estimated time: 1 minutes
Pour chilled sparkling water into glasses.
Estimated time: 1 minutes
Top with punch mixture.
Estimated time: 1 minutes
Garnish with fresh mint sprigs.
Estimated time: 1 minutes