Pimm’s Cup is synonymous with summer, but let me introduce you to Pimm’s Winter Cup. Perfect for the colder months, it warms you from the inside out. This delightful winter drink combines apple juice infused with caramel, orange slices, and cinnamon sticks, capturing the essence of British style.

2 glass mugs of Pimm's Winter Cup in snow

I originally created this warm Pimm’s Cup cocktail in 2016 and have now updated it with a few new details. This comforting hot toddy is perfect for any chilly evening and holiday gatherings around Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Table of contents

Ingredients

  • Apple juice
  • Caramel sauce
  • Orange
  • Cinnamon sticks
  • Pimm’s liqueur
  • Apple and orange slices for garnish

What is Pimm’s?


Pimm’s is a classic British liqueur and a quintessential part of traditional English summer drinking culture. London bar owner James Pimm created it in 1823 and first sold it as a digestive aid. Pimm’s No. 1 Cup blends gin with herbs, spices, and fruit extracts to create its distinctive, slightly spiced, citrusy flavor.

Pouring the warm drink into a glass cup

Summer Pimm’s Cup

The traditional Pimm’s Cup (also called the No. 1 Cup) blends Pimm’s with lemonade or ginger ale and is garnished with plenty of fresh fruit. It’s the perfect summer drink — light, refreshing, and made for sunny afternoons. (Pictured below.)

Cucumber and orange slices line the sides of a tall cocktail glass


Winter Pimm’s Cup


Pimm’s offers its own warming winter version  called Mulled Pimm’s. It’s made with cloudy apple juice, lemon juice, cinnamon, and star anise—an inviting, seasonal twist on the classic

Pimm’s Varieties


Over the years, several varieties have been used to create classic cocktails. Since most of them are no longer produced, it’s now common to make all Cup cocktails with  No. 1.


In addition to today’s popular No. 1, they once offered bottles all the way up to No. 6. However, these versions have been discontinued, leaving No. 1 as the only one available.

Holding a hot drink with gloved hands


Pimm’s Varieties (Historical List):

  • Pimm’s No. 1 – Gin-based liqueur (used for summer fruit cups 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

Serving suggestion


I like to serve this cocktail in a glass mug with simple garnishes—orange slices, apple slices, and a cinnamon stick for a warm, inviting presentation.

Showing from above the garnishes of cinnamon stick, apple slice and orange slice

If you’ve made my Pimm’s Winter Cup, please leave a star rating in the recipe. If you have a question, you can ask it in the comment box at the bottom of this page.

2 cups of Pimm's in snow
5 from 13 reviews

Pimm’s Winter Cup

Janette
Warm up with a festive Pimm’s Winter Cup made with Pimm’s liqueur, hot apple juice, caramel, orange, and cinnamon – a comforting cocktail for cold winter evenings.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Print Recipe Pin Recipe Leave a Review

Video

Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups (473 ml) cloudy apple juice
  • 1 tablespoon caramel sauce
  • 4 slices of orange
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • ½ cup (118 ml) Pimm’s liqueur
  • Apple and orange slices for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Add the apple juice, caramel, orange slices, 1 cinnamon stick and Pimm’s to a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Warm the apple juice until the caramel melts into the juice, stirring often.
  • Strain into cups and garnish with apple slices, orange slices and cinnamon sticks.
Serving: 1, Calories: 387kcal, Carbohydrates: 71g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Sodium: 51mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 59g
Did you make this recipe?Please let us know by leaving a star rating and review!