FANCY A (PIMM’S) CUP?
Pimm’s Cup—the iconic cocktail of Wimbledon—blissfully coincides with strawberry season.
Green grass courts, crisp tennis whites, and ripe, juicy strawberries—all hallmarks of Wimbledon, the oldest of the Grand Slam tennis tournaments. First played in 1877, Wimbledon takes place at The All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, where Pimm’s Cup cocktails and dishes of strawberries and cream are served almost as frequently as tennis balls! The Pimm’s Cup—a favorite of Prince Charles—is known as the iconic cocktail of this famed British sporting event. Its refreshing, low-proof attributes allow for easy sipping while spectating. Perhaps it should be the iconic cocktail of summer!
PIMM’S CUP
Pimm’s No. 1 is a unique gin-based spirit infused with herbal botanicals, orange, and warming spices. Best-quality ginger ale with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice is a delightful substitute for the sparkling lemonade in a Pimm’s Cup.
serves 1
INGREDIENTS
• 2 ounces Pimm’s No. 1
• 5 ounces sparkling lemonade
• Cucumber and strawberry slices, for garnish (mint sprigs and orange wheels can also be added)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Fill a tall glass with ice. A Collins glass is traditional, but I encourage using what you love!
2. Pour in the Pimm’s, then top with sparkling lemonade.
3. Stir gently to combine.
4. Garnish with cucumber and strawberry, adding citrus wheels and mint sprigs, if desired.