Cucumber Mint Cooler is a light, cooling probiotic drink that blends cucumber’s natural freshness with mint’s soothing aroma. Naturally fermented with Gutbasket Ferment Spice Mix, this drink is perfect for hot days — hydrating, gut-friendly, and bursting with flavor. Think of it as your homemade fermented mojito — minus the sugar and alcohol, plus probiotics!
Ingredients (for a 2L Fermentation Jar)
- 200 g cucumber (peeled or unpeeled, chopped or grated)
- 80–100 ml fresh lemon juice (from 3–4 lemons)
- 10–15 fresh mint leaves
- 60–75 g raw cane sugar or jaggery
- 1 sachet Gutbasket Ferment Spice Mix
- 1.75–1.8 L filtered water
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the cucumber and mint leaves. Chop or grate the cucumber (you can keep the peel for added fiber). -
Add to the Jar
Place the chopped cucumber and mint leaves in a clean 2L fermentation jar. -
Add Spice Mix and Water
Add the Gutbasket Ferment Spice Mix, lemon juice, and sugar or jaggery to the jar. Top up with filtered water until the total volume reaches about 1.75–1.8 L. Leave about 2 inches of headspace at the top of the jar to allow room for gases to build during fermentation. -
Seal with an Airlock
Close the jar with an airlock lid for safe, anaerobic fermentation. Fill the airlock halfway with clean water so gases can escape safely without letting air or contaminants in. -
Ferment Naturally
Keep the jar at room temperature (22–30°C) for 2–3 days or until it turns slightly tangy and aromatic. Shake gently once daily. -
Strain and Chill
Strain the liquid into a clean glass bottle or jar and refrigerate. -
Optional Fizz
For extra carbonation, bottle tightly and ferment for one more day before chilling.
Tips & Notes
- Fermentation Time: 2–3 days for light tang; longer for a stronger flavor.
- Headspace: Always leave 2 inches at the top to prevent overflow.
- Airlock Lid: Keeps fermentation clean and consistent.
- Flavor Twist: Add extra lemon or mint for a mojito-style cooler.
- Storage: Refrigerate and enjoy within 7–10 days.
Final Thoughts
Cucumber Mint Cooler is a crisp, tangy, and probiotic-packed refreshment that keeps you cool and your gut happy. Perfect for rehydrating after a workout or just beating the summer heat — naturally and deliciously.
