Best 8 Pimms Cup Cocktail Recipes

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The Pimm's Cup is a classic British cocktail that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is made with Pimm's No. 1 Cup, a gin-based liqueur flavoured with fruit, herbs, and spices, along with lemonade, ginger ale, and cucumber. The drink is typically served in a tall glass with ice and garnished with a slice of cucumber and a sprig of mint. With its refreshing and slightly tart flavour, the Pimm's Cup is a popular choice for picnics, barbecues, and other outdoor events.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PIMM'S CUP COCKTAIL



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Pimm's No. 1 liqueur is the key to this refreshing cocktail with British origins. It's the unofficial drink of the tennis tournament Wimbledon.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 fluid ounces Pimm's No. 1™ (gin-based liqueur)
1 cup ice
3 fluid ounces ginger ale
1 lemon slice
1 cucumber slice

Steps:

  • Pour Pimm's into pint glass, fill with ice. Top with ginger-ale. Garnish with a slice of lemon and a slice of cucumber.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 22.9 mg, Sugar 30.6 g

PIMM'S CUP PITCHER



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A big batch of this refreshing, fruity cocktail is perfect for a brunch or daytime gathering.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pint (6 ounces) strawberries, hulled and cut into quarters
1 lemon, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
1 lime, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
1 orange (blood orange if possible), sliced into 1-inch wedges
3 cups Pimm's No.1 Cup
48 ounces lemon-lime soda, or ginger ale
2 cucumbers, cut into 1/4-inch lengths

Steps:

  • In large pitcher, place strawberries, lemons, limes, and oranges. Add Pimm's, and mash down lightly with a large spoon. May be made 3 to 4 hours ahead up to this point.
  • Fill each glass halfway with ice. Add about 1/3 cup Pimm's mixture. Fill glass with soda; stir. Place cucumber spear in each glass; serve.

PIMM'S CUP COCKTAIL



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ice cubes
4 lemon slices
4 cucumber slices
1 cup seltzer or lemon-lime soda
1 cup lemonade
3 cups Pimm's No. 1 Cup, available at liquor stores

Steps:

  • Fill 4 (8 to 10-ounce) highball glasses with ice cubes. Divide the lemon and cucumber slices among the glasses.
  • In a large pitcher, pour in the seltzer, lemonade and Pimm's. Stir to combine. Pour mixture into prepared glasses and enjoy!

PIMM'S CUP



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup Pimm's No. 1
1/4 cup cold lemonade
1/2 cup cold ginger ale
2 or 3 very thin slices of cucumber
1 strawberry, halved lengthwise
1 orange slice
1 mint sprig

Steps:

  • Add the Pimm's to a large iced tea glass filled with ice. Stir in the lemonade and top with the ginger ale. Skewer the cucumber slices and strawberry halves, alternating them as you like. Garnish the drink with the skewer, the orange slice, and the mint.

PIMM'S CUP



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Pimm's cup is a simple cocktail that mixes Pimm's No. 1 liqueur with fresh lemonade and a cucumber garnish. It is a refreshing summer drink.

Provided by Colleen Graham

Categories     Beverage     Cocktail

Time 3m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 ounces Pimm's No. 1
4 1/2 ounces sparkling lemonade
Garnish: cucumber slice or peel
Garnish: mint, orange, and strawberries

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a tall glass filled with ice cubes, pour the Pimm's.
  • Add the lemonade.
  • Garnish with the cucumber and any combination of mint, orange, and strawberries that you like. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 2 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 1 cocktail (1 serving), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

PIMM'S CUP COCKTAILS



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Provided by Gabe Soria

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Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
2 cups Pimm's No.1*
1 cup fresh Meyer lemon juice
2 Meyer lemons, thinly sliced
1 orange, halved, thinly sliced
1 6-inch-long piece cucumber, thinly sliced
1 3-inch-long piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1 1/2 cups chilled club soda
Ice cubes
Cucumber spears (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Stir sugar and 1/2 cup water in saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Combine Pimm's and next 6 ingredients in large pitcher. Mix in 1/2 cup sugar syrup, mashing slightly to release flavors. Cover; chill at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours.
  • Stir 1 1/2 cups club soda into pitcher. Fill 8 old-fashioned glasses with ice, then cocktail. Garnish with cucumber spears.
  • *A blend of gin, liqueurs, and fruit extracts; available at some specialty foods stores and liquor stores.

PIMM'S CUP



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Our version of the classic British cocktail is filled with fresh ingredients: cucumber, mint, strawberry, and lemon.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Time 10m

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ice
2 1/2 ounces Pimm's No. 1
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus 1 thin slice lemon
Ginger ale
3 thin slices cucumber
4 fresh mint leaves, plus sprig for garnish
1 strawberry, hulled and thinly sliced
1 thin slice lemon

Steps:

  • Fill a highball glass with ice. Add Pimm's, lemon juice, and ginger ale to fill. Add cucumber, mint, strawberry, and lemon. Stir to combine. Garnish with mint sprig.

PIMM'S



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A true taste of summer, serve this fruity punch with fresh mint leaves, cucumber, orange and strawberries

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Drink

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 3

200ml Pimm's No. 1
600ml lemonade
mint sprigs, sliced cucumber, sliced orange and strawberries, to serve

Steps:

  • Fill a jug with ice and pour over the Pimm's and lemonade. Give it a good stir then add the mint, cucumber and fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 0.1 grams fat, Carbohydrate 25.5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 25.3 grams sugar, Fiber 0.5 grams fiber, Protein 0.4 grams protein

Tips:

  • Chill your ingredients: Cold ingredients make for a more refreshing cocktail. Chill your Pimm's No. 1, lemonade, and cucumber slices before making your Pimms Cup.
  • Use fresh fruit: Fresh fruit adds a bright and flavorful touch to your Pimms Cup. Use ripe, in-season fruit for the best results.
  • Don't over-muddle your fruit: Muddling your fruit too much can release bitter flavors. Gently muddle your fruit just enough to release its juices.
  • Add a splash of soda water: A splash of soda water adds a bit of fizz and effervescence to your Pimms Cup. Use club soda or lemon-lime soda.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs and flowers: Fresh herbs and flowers add a beautiful and flavorful touch to your Pimms Cup. Try garnishing your cocktail with mint, basil, or lavender.

Conclusion:

The Pimms Cup is a classic summer cocktail that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its refreshing blend of Pimm's No. 1, lemonade, fruit, and soda water, the Pimms Cup is the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot day. Whether you're hosting a party or just relaxing at home, the Pimms Cup is a sure-fire way to impress your guests and make a lasting impression.

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