Collins: Cucumber

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Collins: Cucumber

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1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 ounce simple syrup
2 ounces gin
4 or 5 slices cucumber
Club soda, to top Mint sprig

In the bottom of a mixing glass, smash cucumber slices (slightly), lemon juice and simple syrup. Add gin, along with ice, and shake. Strain over fresh ice into a Collins glass, then top with soda. Garnish with the mint sprig.
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