Green Dawn Refresh

**Description:** Inspired by the invigorating freshness of a morning green smoothie, Green Dawn Refresh is a mocktail that brings together the healthful elements of your favorite green drink in a crisp and refreshing mix, perfect for any time of the day. **Ingredients:** - 2 oz cold-pressed green juice (kale, spinach, cucumber, and apple base) - 1 oz fresh lemon juice - 1 oz cucumber mint syrup (recipe below) - 3 oz sparkling water - 4-5 fresh mint leaves - Thin cucumber ribbon for garnish - Ice **Cucumber Mint Syrup Recipe:** - 1/2 cup water - 1/2 cup sugar - 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced - 10 fresh mint leaves **Cucumber Mint Syrup Instructions:** 1. In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat until the sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally. 2. Add cucumber slices and mint leaves, and simmer for 5 minutes. 3. Remove from heat and let it steep for 15 minutes. 4. Strain and cool to room temperature. Store in the fridge. **Instructions:** 1. In a shaker, gently muddle the fresh mint leaves to release their aroma. 2. Add ice, cold-pressed green juice, lemon juice, and cucumber mint syrup to the shaker. Shake well. 3. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice. 4. Top with sparkling water and give it a gentle stir. 5. Garnish with a thin cucumber ribbon and a sprig of fresh mint. **Glassware:** Serve in a highball glass.