Cucumber Dill Back Garden

Dill makes cucumber taste a little more savory and grown-up than the usual mint-water combination. Lime supplies the sharper note, while sparkling water keeps the whole glass light. Use only a small amount of finely chopped dill, or strain the still mixture before adding the bubbles. Too much herb can make this feel like a salad dressing experiment. When the balance is right, it's clean, green, and pleasantly dry, a good choice for someone who rarely wants a sweet drink.

Ingredients

• 5 oz Sparkling water
• 4 slice Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1/4 tsp Fresh dill, chopped
• 1/4 oz Lime juice

Make it

1. Prepare the fruit and herbs as listed. Mash soft fruit to release juice; lightly press herbs or thin ginger slices without shredding them.
2. Add the still juices and stir. Strain out seeds, skins or herb pieces if you prefer a smoother texture.
3. Pour in the chilled sparkling water slowly and stir once. Serve immediately, with ice if you like.

Benefits

Lime · a little vitamin C

Lime contributes a little vitamin C for collagen formation for healthy skin; cucumber brings a crisp green flavor in this recipe.

Cucumber with a little lift

The cucumber brings a crisp green flavor, alongside dill and lime; the chilled carbonated mixer adds a crisp texture to that pairing.