Gin · Smash · Spicy
Cucumber-Jalapeño Gin Smash Recipe
Garden-fresh cucumber meets real jalapeño heat.
- Prep Time
- 1.5 min
- Method
- Shaken
- Glass
- Rocks glass
- Strength
- Balanced
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Last updated September 20, 2026
About the Cucumber-Jalapeño Gin Smash
A modern build with no historic lineage — part of the wider "swicy" gin-smash trend pairing garden vegetables with citrus and chili heat.
Ingredients
Servings
1
- Gin2 oz
- Fresh lime juice¾ oz
- Simple syrup½ oz
- Cucumber slices3, muddled
- Jalapeño slices2, muddled
Method
- Add the cucumber slices and jalapeño slices to the shaker.
- Muddle gently.
- Measure and pour the gin, fresh lime juice and simple syrup into the shaker.
- Add a scoop of ice to the shaker.
- Shake for 15 seconds.
- Strain the cocktail over fresh ice.
Glass & Garnish
Rocks glass, filled with fresh ice. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon and a jalapeño slice, echoing the muddled ingredients.
Notes
Adjust jalapeño count for heat. Pairs well with light salads or seafood.
Tools Used
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