There are few things more delightful than a proper cocktail with good company. I met my first Pimm’s Lemonade while visiting friend’s in London, and have been smitten ever since. The closely guarded recipe for Pimm’s No. 1 Cup, which is the gin based aperitif that is the basis for the tasty concoction, has remained top secret since it’s inception 1840. It’s fairly easy to find in quality liquor stores in the aperitif section.

The perfect Pimm’s lemonade goes something like this in my kitchen…

Pretty highball glass + 3 ice cubes +  2 sprigs of fresh mint + squeezed lime wedge + squeezed lemon wedge + 2 cucumber slices + 1/3 Pimm’s + 2/3 gingerale + a quick stir = cocktail heaven