This refreshing cocktail is summer in a glass.

Its a thirst-quenching, cooling, life-affirming digestif.

What Is Pimm’s No.

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1 is a refreshingly bitter aperitif with the flavor of spiced fruit.

Its still made according to Pimms secret original recipe and is practically irreplaceable.

So whats in the No.

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Ginger Beer or Lemon Soda?

Great Ginger Beers for a Pimm’s Cup?

In place of the ginger ale, you’ve got the option to substitute champagne.

Overhead view of New orleans Pimm’s cup cocktail in highball glasses. Ice, cucumber and mint are visible in the glasses.

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Add cucumber slices and simple syrup into a cocktail shaker.

Muddle the cucumber slices and syrup, then add the Pimms and lemon juice.

Shake with ice, then strain into your Collins glass.

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Top with ginger beer or ginger ale.

Garnish with a cucumber wheel, a speared strawberry, and/or a sprig of mint.