Ingredients

2 mint leaves (basil makes a nice substitution)

2 (.25-inch) slices Cucumber

1.5 oz vodka or gin

splash of limeade or lemonade

splash of club soda or seltzer

squeeze of fresh lime

Garnish: Lime wedge or cucumber wheel

Glass: Rocks

Preparation

In a shaker, muddle the mint and cucumber. Add the remaining ingredients and fill with ice. Shake well and strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with a lime wedge or cucumber wheel.