How to Make The pimm’s cup

Today we’re making the Pimm's Cup — a refreshing summer favorite with roots in London and a second home in New Orleans. It’s low-ABV, super easy to customize, and perfect for warm-weather sipping. I’ll show you how I like to make it, but feel free to put your own spin on it. Cheers!

  • Slight ginger flavor

  • Notes of herbs & bitterness

Sips

Tips

  • Use seasonal fruit to add extra freshness

  • Order your bottle of Pimm’s here!

  1. Start with a chilled high ball glass

  2. Peel thin strips of a cucumber

  3. Slice 2-3 strawberries 

  4. Swirl cucumber ribbon into the glass 

  5. Add ice, and your sliced strawberries 

  6. Then, grab shaking tin

  7. Pour in 2 oz. of Pimm’s No.1

  8. Next, add in 1/4 oz. fresh lemon juice

  9. Add a few ice cubes, and shake 

  10. Simultaneously pour in ginger ale and Pimm’s mixture

  11. Garnish with mint

  12. Cheers & enjoy!

The pimm’s cup recipe

  • 2 oz. (60 ml) Pimm’s No.1

  •  1/4 oz. (7.5 ml) fresh lemon juice

  •  3-4 oz. (90-120 ml) Fever Tree Ginger Ale

  •  cucumber, 2 strawberries, & mint for garnish

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The pimm’s cup Ingredient List

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