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Pimm’s Winter Cup is my winterized rendition of the summer Pimm’s No. 1 Cup, also known as Pimm’s Cup. This version features apple juice infused with caramel, orange slices and cinnamon sticks, creating a delightful winter-warming drink in true British style.

2 glass mugs of Pimm's Winter Cup in snow

This is my take on the classic winter Pimm’s Cup cocktail (as opposed to the summer version, more on that below). It doesn’t feature the familiar Pimm’s liqueur we all know; instead, it’s crafted with the lesser-known Pimm’s No. 3 Brandy Slinger.

While Pimm’s No.1 cup is gin-based (ideal for summer), No.3 takes on a brandy base, offering a richer profile suited for the cold winter months. 

Pouring the warm drink into a glass cup

As Pimm’s No. 3 is more challenging to find, I recommend using the original Pimm’s for this recipe. The tasting notes/flavor profile includes citrus and fruity notes.

In keeping with this theme, I’ve created my own new recipe for a Pimm’s Strawberry Mint Cocktail, based on the classic drink, offering a refreshing summer twist.

A tall glass of Pimm's strawberry mint cocktail garnished with fresh strawberries and mint

While Pimm’s No.1 cup is gin-based (ideal for summer), No.3 takes on a brandy base, offering a richer profile suited for the cold winter months. 

Holding a hot drink with gloved hands

Pimm’s Varieties

Over the years, there have been many Pimm’s varieties that have been used to create classic cocktails. Since most are no longer available, it is common to make all Pimm’s Cup cocktails with No. 1.

In addition to the most popular No. 1, there have been Pimm’s varieties all the way up to No.6. 

  • Pimm’s No. 1 – Gin-based liqueur (used for summer fruit cups like the traditional Pimm’s No.1 cup, made with lemonade or ginger ale served in a highball glass)
  • Pimm’s No. 2 – Scotch whiskey
  • Pimm’s No. 3 – Brandy (traditionally used for the winter cup but not available anymore)
  • Pimm’s No. 4 – Rum
  • Pimm’s No. 5 – Rye whiskey
  • Pimm’s No. 6 – Vodka
Showing from above the garnishes of cinnamon stick, apple slice and orange slice

Pimm’s History

James Pimm (the original Mr Pimm) was a British fish monger who invented the liqueur to make drinks to pair with his seafood.

This Pimm’s winter cup starts with good apple juice warmed and infused with orange, cinnamon, caramel. This aromatic infusion is then mixed with Pimm’s and served warm for a hot toddy that will warm you inside, when it’s cold outside.

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Yield: 2

Pimm’s Winter Cup

Pimm's winter cup is a warm, winterized version of the summer Pimm's No. 1 cup with apple juice infused with caramel, orange and cinnamon. Warm up in British style.

Pimm's winter cup is a warm, winterized version of the summer Pimm's No. 1 cup with apple juice infused with caramel, orange and cinnamon.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (473 ml) good apple juice
  • 6 caramel candies
  • 4 slices orange
  • 1 cinnamon stick, plus 1 more for garnish
  • 4 ounces (118 ml) Pimm's
  • Apple slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add the apple juice, caramels, orange slices and cinnamon sticks to a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Warm the apple juice until the caramels melt.
  3. Turn off the heat and stir in the Pimm's.
  4. Strain into cups and garnish with apple slices, orange slices and cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Information

Yield

2

Serving Size

12 ounces
Amount Per Serving Calories 529Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 433mgCarbohydrates 115gFiber 3gSugar 106gProtein 2g
© Janette
Cuisine: British / Category: Drinks