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Pimm's No. 1 Cup
Liqueur

Pimm's No. 1 Cup

Origin
🇬🇧UK
Strength25%
Price Tier
LIBRARIAN'S VERDICT

A cultural icon. While some dismiss it as a 'weak' spirit, its complexity is actually quite profound when enjoyed in its intended format—a low-ABV, high-flavor masterpiece of thirst-quenching balance.

The Library Note

First created in 1823 by James Pimm in his London oyster bar. Originally marketed as a medicinal tonic for digestion, it became so popular that it was sold across the British Empire. It is the official drink of Wimbledon and represents the quintessence of the British summertime experience.

Sommelier's Perspective

THE NOSE

Fruity and spicy. Aromas of tea, cucumber, and orange zest with a hint of herbal bitterness.

THE PALATE

Light and refreshing. A complex harmony of spice, citrus, and a gentle gin backbone, with a characteristic notes of mint and strawberry.

THE FINISH

Clean, herbal, and incredibly moreish.

Sensory Profile

SmokySweetComplexBitterFloral

THE PERFECT SERVE

The 'Pimm's Cup': 2 oz Pimm's No. 1, 4 oz lemonade (English style), plenty of ice. Garnish with cucumber, mint, strawberries, and an orange slice. It is a fruit salad in a glass, designed for slow sipping in the sun.

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Natural Infusions

EXPERT TECHNIQUE

A secret blend of herbs, spices, and liqueurs infused into a high-quality gin base.

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Archival Status

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