Pimms Cup

Ben and I spent the weekend in Asheville with some wonderful friends.  It was a much needed break.  Being in the mountains has a calming effect on me.  I only wish we could have had a few more days.

We have a group of friends we get together with every year around St. Patricks Day.  This is the 7th year running.  The premise of the gathering is What Would St. Patrick Do or WWSPD.  We spend the weekend catching up, retelling old stories, relaxing, and enjoying a few cocktails.

A favorite of ours has become the Pimm's Cup.  It was great to drink one while enjoying the sunset.  It's a perfect cocktail as the weather starts to warm up.  Hope you find some time to enjoy one.

Ingredients
Pimm's No. 1 (gin based)
Ginger Ale
Cucumber slices
Strawberry slices
Mint (optional)

 
Preparation
Place ice in tall glass.  Pour 1 shot of Pimm's No. 1 into the glass.  Place strawberries in glass and slightly mash (or leave hole).  Place two slices of cucumber in glass.  Fill with Ginger Ale and stir.