Pimm's Spritz

Serve in a Rocks glass...
2	fl oz	Martini Prosecco D.O.C.
2	fl oz	Pimm's No. 1 Cup
2	fl oz	Lemonade (English-style)

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How to make:

POUR all ingredients into ice-filled glass and lightly stir.

Garnish:

Orange slice & mint

Comment:

As the name suggests, this cocktail is inspired by and combines elements of both the classic Venetian Spritz and England’s Pimm’s Cup. The result is a lightly sparkling and very refreshing aperitif cocktail.

About:

Created on 30th May 2014 by yours truly (Simon Difford) at the Cabinet Room, London, England for British Airways’ High Life Magazine.

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