Cucumber-Apple Cooler
A chilled blend of cucumber, apple, ginger, lime and a hint of cayenne — serve as a refreshing nonalcoholic drink or spike with gin for a bright cocktail.
Though this refreshing cucumber concoction may be served as a cold soup in a bowl, it's best served in a chilled glass as a drink. It gains its zippy flavor from fresh grated ginger and a speck of cayenne. A splash of soda water makes a fine addition. Of course, for those so inclined, it could also benefit from a jigger of gin, for a brilliant green alcoholic cocktail.