Cucumber Shiso Smash

This refreshing cocktail combines the crispness of cucumber, the hint of mint from shiso leaves, and the botanical notes of Hendrick's Gin, all balanced with the delicate sweetness of aloe juice and a hint of herbal Chartreuse liqueur. Served over ice, it's the perfect drink for a summer evening.

Cucumber Shiso Smash

A refreshing and balanced cocktail that combines cucumber, shiso leaves, gin, tonic water, aloe juice, and Chartreuse liqueur.

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Ingredients

  • 4 slices cucumber
  • 6 small fresh shiso leaves
  • 2 fl oz Hendrick's Gin
  • 3 tbsp tonic water
  • 2 fl oz aloe juice
  • 1/2 tsp Chartreuse liqueur

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the cucumber and shiso leaves.
  2. Add the Hendrick's Gin and muddle again.
  3. Fill the shaker halfway with ice cubes.
  4. Pour in the tonic water, aloe juice, and Chartreuse liqueur.
  5. Stir well to blend the ingredients.
  6. Fill an Old Fashioned glass with ice.
  7. Strain the cocktail into the glass.