Description
Cool Korean refreshment Cucumber Yakult Lemonade blends zesty citrus with creamy probiotics and crisp cucumber. Summer sips never tasted so smooth, inviting you to savor each delightful, thirst-quenching moment.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 bottles of Yakult (or any probiotic drink)
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) cold water
Fruits and Garnish:
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
Sweetener:
- 2 teaspoons (10 milliliters) honey (optional, adjust to sweetness)
Optional Addition:
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the base ingredients by thoroughly washing the cucumber and selecting a ripe, juicy lemon to extract maximum flavor.
- Slice the cucumber into thin, uniform pieces to ensure smooth blending and optimal texture in the final beverage.
- Pour the Yakult into the blender, creating a creamy and probiotic foundation for the refreshing drink.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice directly into the blender, releasing zesty citrus notes that will brighten the overall taste profile.
- Drizzle honey into the mixture, balancing the tartness with a gentle, natural sweetness that complements the other ingredients.
- Activate the blender and pulse the ingredients until they transform into a uniform, vibrant green liquid with a silky consistency.
- Gradually introduce cold water while continuing to blend, allowing the drink to achieve a perfectly diluted and refreshing state.
- Select glasses and fill them with crystal-clear ice cubes to provide a chilled backdrop for the beverage.
- Carefully pour the cucumber Yakult lemonade over the ice, ensuring an even distribution of the blended mixture.
- Artfully garnish each glass with delicate lemon and cucumber slices, adding visual appeal and a hint of additional freshness.
- Give the drink a gentle stir to integrate the flavors and temperature, then serve immediately for optimal taste and presentation.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by gradually adding honey, tasting as you go to find your perfect balance without overwhelming the delicate cucumber and Yakult flavors.
- Use chilled ingredients and ice cubes to maintain the drink’s crisp, refreshing quality and prevent dilution.
- Opt for seedless cucumber or remove seeds beforehand to create a smoother, more elegant texture in the final beverage.
- Experiment with mint leaves or a small pinch of salt to enhance the drink’s complexity and elevate its overall taste profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg