The PIMM'S cup is a traditional English summer drink made with lemonade and a gin-based liqueur that was created by James Pimm in the early 19th century. The liqueur tastes of bittered spices and citrus and the cup has become a staple at Wimbledon and the Henley Royal Regatta. But like Florence Welch herself, we like twists on tradition and would prefer something electric to "make us throw our hands up in the air." We have included the traditional recipe below, but why not try a new take on the recipe that is fit for the English rose herself.
Ingredients:
2 oz. of PIMM'S
3 oz. of Sparkling Orange-Lime Water (or other flavor)
1 oz. of St. Germain
1 oz. Pomegranate Juice
4 Mint Leaves
2 Strawberries (sliced)
2 Thin Slices of Orange
2 Slices of Cucumber
Directions:
Combine pomegranate juice, St. Germain, mint leaves, strawberries, oranges and cucumbers in a shaker. Press on the ingredients to release their juices, but do not muddle them.
Add ice and PIMM'S to the shaker and lightly shake.
Pour into a high ball glass and top with sparkling water.
"PIMM'S ORIGINAL" Recipe
from the official PIMM'S website (http://www.anyoneforpimms.com/recipes/pimms-original/)
Pile all the ingredients in a tall glass, mix and sip. Best make a jugful, you never know who’ll turn up at the sound of the ice tray leaving your freezer.
Ingredients:
- Highball glass
- 50ml PIMM’S No.1
- 150ml of Lemonade
- Mint, orange, strawberries
- Cucumber to garnish and ice