Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
4 slice

fresh ginger

thinly sliced

1 cup

water

1 cup

sugar

2 unit

English cucumbers

peeled

0.5 cup

sake

0.25 cup

lychee juice

1 unit

lychees

for garnish

Step 1
~2 min

Combine ginger, water, and sugar in a small saucepan.

Step 2
~2 min

Simmer until sugar has dissolved to make ginger simple syrup.

Step 3
~2 min

Set aside to cool.

Step 4
~2 min

Peel cucumbers.

Step 5
~2 min

Cut half of one cucumber into thin slices for garnish.

Step 6
~2 min

Puree the remaining 1 1/2 cucumbers in a blender.

Step 7
~2 min

In a shaker, combine sake, pureed cucumber, ginger simple syrup, and lychee juice.

Step 8
~2 min

Shake well to combine.

Step 9
~2 min

Serve in ice-filled glasses.

Step 10
~2 min

Garnish with lychee fruit and cucumber slices.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of ginger simple syrup to your desired sweetness.

Chill all ingredients before mixing for a colder drink.

For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the sake with sparkling water or tonic water.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The ginger simple syrup can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an aperitif or with light Asian cuisine.

Pair with sushi or spring rolls.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sushi
Spring Rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan

Cultural Significance

Sake is a traditional Japanese rice wine often used in celebrations and social gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

New Year celebrations
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Summer Party
Cocktail Hour
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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