This Is Hands Down the Most Refreshing Cocktail For Summer!

While road tripping through California's now-lush Napa Valley in a brand-new Buick Encore, I couldn't help but marvel at all of the green vegetation that our recent Winter thunderstorms have encouraged. Everywhere my eye turned, there were fields full of vines and farms full of fresh produce. At the end of the day after parking and checking into the hotel, all I could think was, "Where's happy hour?"

I checked out Goose & Gander in St. Helena, just north of Napa, and I fell absolutely in love with its refreshing cucumber collins. Now, while the restaurant makes the cocktails with produce grown at its nearby farm, it was willing to share the recipe so you too can make this at home. Trust me, one sip and you're going to be smitten! Though these aren't too strong, always remember to be safe and not to drink and drive. Or better yet, whip these up for a garden party with your friends at home.

Travel and expenses for the author were provided by Buick for the purpose of writing this story.