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Cucumber Lychee Pimm's Cups

Cucumber Lychee Pimm's Cups are a refreshing and herbaceous cocktail that's an easy, low-alcohol sipper that's perfect for hot Summer days.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 8
Author: Barrett Bridenhagen

Ingredients

  • 250 mL Pimm's Cup No. 1 think three pitchers from one bottle
  • 1 liter sparkling water
  • 1 20 ounce can lychees in syrup
  • cucumber chunks I like Persian or English cucumbers best
  • cucumber wheels
  • thai basil

Instructions

  • In the bottom of a large pitcher, add a handful of cucumber chunks, 8 lychees, and some thai basil. Muddle well.
  • Add half of the syrup from the can of lychees, the Pimm's No. 1, and the sparkling water.Cucumber Lychee Pimms Cups thai basil
  • Serve with lots of ice, lychees, and thai basil for garnish.Cucumber Lychee Pimms Cups

Notes

The proportions on this are not very important. It tastes great with a 2 parts water, 2 parts Pimm's ratio, or something as weak as I have here. Try different amounts and see what you like.