Cucumber Pepper Sundowner

Cucumber, lemon, and black pepper make a crisp, savory-leaning fizz with very little sweetness. Pepper is the surprising detail, adding a dry warmth rather than the fresh heat of ginger or chili. Use the measured amount and stir it into the still ingredients before topping up. Some specks will remain visible. The cucumber should still feel cool and fresh, with pepper appearing as a small finishing note rather than dominating every mouthful.

Ingredients

• 5 oz Sparkling water
• 4 slice Cucumber
• 1/16 tsp Black pepper
• 1/2 oz Lemon juice

Make it

1. Add any fruit, herbs, spices, or syrup to a glass and gently press to release flavor.
2. Add the still liquids and ice. Stir to combine.
3. Pour in the sparkling ingredient slowly and stir once. Serve immediately.

Benefits

Lemon · a little vitamin C

Lemon 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 black pepper and lemon; the chilled carbonated mixer adds a crisp texture to that pairing.