Spicy Habanero Cucumber Cooler

This Spicy Habanero Cucumber Cooler is a unique and refreshing cocktail that combines the coolness of cucumber with a spicy kick from habanero pepper. Perfect for any summer gathering or outdoor event, this cocktail is sure to impress your guests with its intriguing blend of flavors.

Spicy Habanero Cucumber Cooler

A unique and refreshing cocktail combining cucumber and habanero pepper for a spicy kick, perfect for summer gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 habanero chile pepper
  • 2 1/4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 medium English cucumber
  • 1 1/4 cups Saint Germain liqueur
  • 1 cup vodka
  • Cucumber slices, fresh mint sprigs, and/or thinly sliced fresh ginger (optional)

Instructions

  1. Remove stem from habanero pepper and cut it into quarters.
  2. In a small saucepan, bring the pepper, water, and sugar to a boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
  3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool completely.
  4. Coarsely chop the cucumber and blend it in a blender until smooth with the cooled sugar water.
  5. Strain the blended mixture using a fine mesh sieve into a glass bowl, pressing through the liquid.
  6. Discard any pulp left in the sieve and add Saint Germain and vodka to the strained cucumber liquid.
  7. To serve, fill cocktail glasses halfway with ice and pour about 6 ounces of the drink into each glass. Optionally, garnish with cucumber slices, fresh mint sprigs, and/or ginger slices.