1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. water
1/4 c. vinegar
1/4 tsp. red chili flakes
1/2 tbsp. minced garlic
1/4 tsp. salt

Heat all the ingredients in a saucepan until dissolved. Cool. Stir into sliced cucumbers. Add a dash of rice wine vinegar. Cover and refrigerate for several hours.