Garden Party

Get the party started with this garden-fresh mix of cucumber-infused gin, puréed melon and citrus.

2 oz. cucumber-infused gin
1 1/2 oz. puréed fresh melon (your choice)
3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice
1/4 oz. simple syrup (1:1)
Club soda
Tools: shaker, strainer
Glass: Collins
Garnish: cucumber wheel and fresh mint sprig

Combine all ingredients, except the club soda, and shake with ice. Strain into an ice-filled glass, top with soda and garnish.

Cucumber-Infused Gin: Infuse one 850-ml. bottle of gin over 1 sliced cucumber overnight. Strain into a clean bottle, cover and store at room temperature.

French Louie, Brooklyn