The Dandy Lion

Name: The Dandy Lion
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 3 slices thin slices peeled cucumber, plus 1 slice for garnish; 57 grams gin; 21 grams lemon juice; 21 grams simple syrup; 57 grams tonic water, chilled

If $2.19 per serving falls in your budget, The Dandy Lion might be a spectacular gluten free, fodmap friendly, and vegan recipe to try. One serving contains 195 calories, 0g of protein, and 0g of fat. This recipe serves 1. A mixture of cucumber, tonic water, simple syrup, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes.

Instructions

In a cocktail shaker, muddle the cucumber until slightly broken up, about 20 seconds.

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Cocktail

Cucumber

Add the absinthe and let macerate for about 30 seconds.

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Absinthe

Add the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup, then fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until completely mixed, about 20 seconds. Strain into a Collins glass (or any tall glass tumbler), top with tonic, and garnish with a cucumber slice.

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Simple Syrup