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    Home » Cocktail & Drink Recipes

    Strawberry Pimm's Cup with Citrus, Cucumber, & Mint

    Published: May 18, 2016 by Allison Ferraro · Modified: May 26, 2021 · 4 Comments

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    Here's a little life truth: it's perfectly acceptable to enjoy a cocktail before 5PM when the cocktail includes enough fresh produce to double as your afternoon snack!

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    Remember last summer, when I shared the recipe for the signature cocktail from our wedding - gin & tonics with cucumber, mint, and lime?

    Well cucumber and mint are back, but this time we're pairing them with oranges and lemons because why not? And then we're cramming in as many strawberries as we can because why not? And we're swapping the gin and tonic for Pimm's and ginger ale because trying new things is fun.

    This cocktail is super refreshing, and with the unofficial start of summer just over a week away, I think I've found my signature cocktail of summer 2016!

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    Strawberry Pimm's Cup with Citrus, Cucumber, & Mint

    A refreshing summer cocktail that's packed with fresh fruit, this Strawberry Pimm's Cup puts an extra fruity spin on the classic British beverage.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Cocktails
    Cuisine: British
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 260kcal
    Author: Allison Ferraro
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    Ingredients

    • 12 ounces Pimm's #1
    • 6 mint sprigs (plus more for garnish)
    • 48 ounces ginger ale
    • 1 pint strawberries, hulled and sliced
    • 2 oranges, sliced
    • 2 lemons, sliced
    • 1 small cucumber, sliced
    • ice cubes

    Instructions

    • Before mixing the cocktails, set aside some of the produce to use for garnish.
    • Add the Pimm's and mint leaves to the pitcher and gently muddle the mint.
    • Add the ginger ale, fruit and cucumber slices, and ice and stir to combine.
    • Pour into glasses and garnish with extra fruit and mint leaves before serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 271mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 144IU | Vitamin C: 71mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. Haley

      May 24, 2016 at 11:06 am

      "it’s perfectly acceptable to enjoy a cocktail before 5PM when the cocktail includes enough fresh produce to double as your afternoon snack!"
      Um, YES! I love a good Pimm's Cup and this recipe. I will definitely be giving it a try.

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      • Allison

        May 24, 2016 at 3:45 pm

        So glad we're on the same page 🙂 I hope you do give this recipe a try, and that you love it!

        xx Allison

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    2. ~ carmen ~

      May 18, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      I need a Pimm's cup in my life. I've never had one before & it looks like such a treat. :]

      // ▲ itsCarmen.com ▲

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      • Allison

        May 19, 2016 at 6:42 am

        Yes you do! I've always enjoyed them at restaurants, but this was my first time making one at home. It's the most refreshing summer cocktail, and such a treat 🙂

        xx Allison

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