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Directions

1. 1
   In a shaker with ice, combine the cucumber juice, vodka, Simple Syrup and lime juice and stir well.
2. 2
   Strain into a highball glass and top with the sparkling wine.
3. 3
   Garnish with a cucumber ribbon.
4. 4
   Combine the sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
5. 5
   Cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.
6. 6
   Remove from the heat and let cool completely.
7. 7
   Keep covered in the refrigerator up to 1 month.
8. 8
   Yield: 1 1/2 cups