Pimm's Cup Pitcher

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Yield:
8 to 10 Serves

A big batch of this refreshing, fruity cocktail is perfect for a brunch or daytime gathering.

Ingredients

  • ½ pint (6 ounces) strawberries, hulled and cut into quarters

  • 1 lemon, sliced into ⅛-inch rounds

  • 1 lime, sliced into ⅛-inch rounds

  • 1 orange (blood orange if possible), sliced into 1-inch wedges

  • 3 cups Pimm's No.1 Cup

  • 48 ounces lemon-lime soda, or ginger ale

  • 2 cucumbers, cut into ¼-inch lengths

Directions

  1. In large pitcher, place strawberries, lemons, limes, and oranges. Add Pimm's, and mash down lightly with a large spoon. May be made 3 to 4 hours ahead up to this point.

  2. Fill each glass halfway with ice. Add about 1/3 cup Pimm's mixture. Fill glass with soda; stir. Place cucumber spear in each glass; serve.

Originally appeared: Martha Stewart Living, March 1997
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