Pimm's Cup

A Pimm's Cup is a classic British summer cocktail made with Pimm's No. 1 liqueur, lemonade, and a medley of fresh fruits and herbs like cucumber, strawberries, and mint. It's a refreshing, fruity, and slightly herbal long drink that is a staple at garden parties, picnics, and major sporting events in the UK.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a sugary alcoholic beverage, so it is high in carbohydrates from the added sugars in the liqueur and lemonade, with negligible protein or fat. A typical serving contains roughly 150-200 calories, with the key 'nutrients' being simple sugars and a small amount of alcohol.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	10 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Copper	0.1 mg
Iron	0.4 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Phosphorus	15 mg
Zinc	0.2 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The drink is culturally iconic as the quintessential beverage of the British summer, famously served at events like Wimbledon. Nutritionally, its unique selling point is the inclusion of fresh, chopped fruits and vegetables, which add flavor and texture but don't significantly alter its profile as a sugary cocktail.