Pimm's Royale
Pimm's topped with Champagne. A smart twist on the summer cup.
Built in glass · Champagne flute · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 14% ABV
Ingredients
- 30 ml Pimm's No. 1
- 120 ml Champagne or sparkling wine
- Cucumber slice (garnish)
- Strawberry (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 30 ml Pimm's No. 1 into the glass
- Top with 120 ml champagne or sparkling wine
- Stir once
- Garnish
Tip
Pour slowly.
About the Pimm's Royale
The sparkling family. Champagne cocktails go back to Jerry Thomas's 1862 book, where a sugar cube and bitters were dropped into a glass of sparkling wine. The French 75, the Kir Royale and the Bellini, created in Venice in the 1940s, made sparkling drinks the symbol of celebration.
Pimm's Royale FAQ
What's in a Pimm's Royale?
30 ml pimm's no. 1, 120 ml champagne or sparkling wine, garnished with cucumber slice and strawberry.
How strong is a Pimm's Royale?
About 14% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.7 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is about as strong as a glass of wine or lighter.
Should I shake or stir a Pimm's Royale?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve a Pimm's Royale in?
A champagne flute, about 180 ml. Chill the glass first and serve without ice. No champagne flute? Use a small wine glass.