John Cusimano's "Spring Forward" Vodka Cocktail

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• 4 slices peeled seedless cucumber, plus 1 unpeeled for garnish
• 1 sprig of basil, plus 1 for garnish
• 2 ounces vodka
• 1 ounce St-Germain elderflower liqueur
• 1 ounce lime juice
• ½ ounce light agave syrup
• 3 to 4 ounces club soda

","preparation":"

Serves: 1

In a cocktail shaker, muddle the 4 peeled cucumber slices, then 1 basil sprig. Add the vodka, elderflower liqueur, lime juice, agave and ice. Shake to chill, then double-strain into an ice-filled Collins glass. Top with club soda and garnish with unpeeled cucumber slice and basil sprig.

Always drink responsibly.

","tags":"Rachael Ray Show, Drinks and Cocktails","publishDate":"2022-05-20T11:00:00Z","status":"Publish","author":"John Cusimano","externalUrl":"https://www.rachaelrayshow.com/recipes/john-cusimanos-spring-forward-vodka-cocktail"}