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Pimm's Cup
The taste of a British summer — Pimm's No. 1 lengthened with lemonade or ginger ale and loaded with fresh cucumber, mint, strawberries, and orange. Essential at Wimbledon and garden parties.
- Time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Highball glass
Ingredients
- Pimm's No. 1Pimm's No. 1Pimm's No. 1 is a British fruit cup liqueur made from gin, infused with various herbs and fruit. It is commonly used in refreshing cocktails like the Pimm's Cup.50 ml
- LemonadeLemonadeLemonade is a sweetened beverage made from lemon juice, water, and sugar, originating from various cultures. It is commonly used as a refreshing mixer in cocktails, particularly in summer drinks.150 ml
- Cucumber spearsCucumber spearsCucumber spears are fresh, crisp slices of cucumber, often used as a garnish or ingredient in cocktails. They add a refreshing and mild flavor, commonly found in drinks like the Pimm's Cup.2 spears
- Strawberries, halvedStrawberries, halvedStrawberries are sweet, red berries from the Fragaria genus, known for their juicy texture and tart-sweet flavor. They are commonly used in cocktails for garnish or muddled for flavor.2
- Orange slice (garnish)Orange slice (garnish)An orange slice is a fresh citrus fruit garnish that adds a bright, tangy flavor and vibrant color to cocktails. It is commonly used in drinks like the Old Fashioned and various spritzers.1 slice
- Fresh mint sprigFresh mint sprigFresh mint sprig is a fragrant herb commonly used in cocktails, known for its refreshing and cooling flavor. It is often used as a garnish or muddled in drinks like the Mojito.1 sprig
Gear
Method
- 1
Fill a tall highball glass generously with ice cubes.
- 2
Add the Pimm's No. 1Pimm's No. 1Pimm's No. 1 is a British fruit cup liqueur made from gin, infused with various herbs and fruit. It is commonly used in refreshing cocktails like the Pimm's Cup..
- 3
Top up with chilled lemonadelemonadeLemonade is a sweetened beverage made from lemon juice, water, and sugar, originating from various cultures. It is commonly used as a refreshing mixer in cocktails, particularly in summer drinks. (or ginger ale for a spicier version) and stir gently.
- 4
Add the cucumber spearscucumber spearsCucumber spears are fresh, crisp slices of cucumber, often used as a garnish or ingredient in cocktails. They add a refreshing and mild flavor, commonly found in drinks like the Pimm's Cup., strawberry halves, orange slice, and mint sprig. Press the mint gently against the glass to bruise and release its aroma.
- 5
Serve with a long straw — the garnishes are part of the experience.
