Pimm's Cup is a refreshing British cocktail made with fruit, fresh cucumber and lemonade. Thanks to its light texture and aromatic character, it is a classic drink especially for summer days and outdoor events.
The story of Pimm's Cup begins in London in the mid-19th century. In the 1840s, a restaurant owner named James Pimm wanted to offer his customers an aromatic drink that facilitated digestion. For this purpose, he prepared a special mixture of herbs, spices and liqueurs. Since this drink was served in small metal cups, it became known as "Pimm's Cup".
This drink quickly became very popular in London and was recognized as a refreshing cocktail especially preferred during the summer months. Its preparation with fruits and lemonade gave the drink both an aromatic and refreshing character. It has become a tradition to serve Pimm's Cups, especially at British garden parties and outdoor events.
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Today, Pimm's Cup is a drink particularly associated with the Wimbledon tennis tournament. Every year, thousands of people traditionally drink Pimm's Cup while watching this tournament. This cocktail, which has become one of the symbols of British summer culture, remains popular today with its light and refreshing taste.
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Ingredients
Unit System
50 mlPimm's No.1
100 mlLemonade
Cucumberslices
Orangeslice
Strawberryslice
Freshmint
·Ice
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Method
1
Fill the highball glass with plenty of ice.
2
Add Pimm's No.1.
3
Fill the glass with lemonade.
4
Add cucumber, orange and strawberry slices.
5
Stir gently and serve garnished with a mint leaf.
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Bartender Tips
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Be sure to use cucumber - it is one of the most important flavors that determine the fresh character of Pimm's cocktail.
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Adding seasonal fruits gives the drink extra flavor and color.
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Fill the glass with ice - this cocktail should stay cool for a long time.
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