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The Raleigh Recipe

Inspired by Shell & Bones Oyster Bar & Grill

Time15m

Serves1

cucumber, mint, lime, soda

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Ingredients

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Fresh Ingredients

1 medium Cucumber10 leaves Fresh mint leaves1 whole Lime

Liquid Ingredients

1.01 cup (240 ml) Soda water

Method

Preparation

Prepare the Cucumber

Wash the cucumber thoroughly under running water. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick. Set aside.

Muddle the Mint

In a glass, add the fresh mint leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the leaves, releasing their essential oils and aroma. Be careful not to shred the leaves too much; just bruise them.

Juice the Lime

Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice from both halves into the glass over the muddled mint. You can use a citrus juicer for this step if you have one.

Assembly

Combine Ingredients

Add the cucumber slices to the glass with the muddled mint and lime juice. Gently stir to combine all the ingredients.

Add Soda Water

Pour the soda water into the glass over the cucumber and mint mixture. Stir gently to combine, ensuring that the mint and cucumber are evenly distributed.

Garnish and Serve

If desired, garnish with a sprig of mint or an additional cucumber slice on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately over ice for a refreshing drink.