The Cuke Cocktail

Directions

1. 1
   Slice 3 limes and place in a pitcher.
2. 2
   Juice the rest and add juice to pitcher.
3. 3
   Add mint leaves.
4. 4
   Slice 2 cucumbers and add, then add sugar.
5. 5
   Muddle ingredients together with a muddle or spoon.
6. 6
   Add vodka or gin, then place in refrigerator to steep at least 30 minutes.
7. 7
   Peel remaining cucumber and cut lengthwise into 6 spears.
8. 8
   Fill 6 highball glasses with ice.
9. 9
   Strain mixture from pitcher into each.
10. 10
    Top each with a splash of sparkling water, garnish with a sprig of mint and a cucumber spear and serve.
11. 11
    To serve 'up' skip the sparkling water, shake with ice and serve in martini glasses.
12. 12
    Not for the light of heart -- but tasty if you like the actual flavor of gin.