Cucumber Agua Fresca

This recipe was entered in the contest for Your Best Cucumber Recipe

A&M's Testing Notes: SippitySup’s agua fresca is refreshing and soothing all at once! The cucumber-infused ice keeps the drink chilly without watering it down. Touches of thinly sliced citrus, cucumber and verbena...

SippitySup’s agua fresca is refreshing and soothing all at once! The cucumber-infused ice keeps the drink chilly without watering it down. Touches of thinly sliced citrus, cucumber and verbena add the uplifting flavors of summer, and layering the slices results in a very pretty pitcher drink. I suggest adding the verbena according to taste, as it has a concentrated zest. If the verbena is difficult to find, you can add thick slices lemon zest. Don't have a mandolin? Don’t sweat! I used a sharp knife to slice my cucumbers thin. It’s also great with fizzy mineral water and I second SippitySup’s idea of adding teensiest dash of vodka (or gin!). - gabrielaskitchen

SippitySup's Notes: This translates into cucumber fresh water and a better name could not be found. Because refreshing with a citrus zing is exactly what this is. I prefer this unsweetened, but I have a friend...

This translates into cucumber fresh water and a better name could not be found. Because refreshing with a citrus zing is exactly what this is. I prefer this unsweetened, but I have a friend who adds a tiny touch of honey to his glass, which is nice too (a little vodka wouldn't hurt either!) - SippitySup