Pimm's Cup Pitcher

Name: Pimm's Cup Pitcher
Yield: Serves 8 to 10
Ingredients: 1/2 pint (6 ounces) strawberries, hulled and cut into quarters; 1 lemon, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds; 1 lime, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds; 1 orange (blood orange if possible), sliced into 1-inch wedges; 3 cups Pimm's No.1 Cup; 48 ounces lemon-lime soda, or ginger ale; 2 cucumbers, cut into 1/4-inch lengths

A big batch of this refreshing, fruity cocktail is perfect for a brunch or daytime gathering.

Source: Martha Stewart Living, March 1997

Serves 8 to 10

Yield

Ingredients

1/2 pint (6 ounces) strawberries, hulled and cut into quarters
1 lemon, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
1 lime, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
1 orange (blood orange if possible), sliced into 1-inch wedges
3 cups Pimm's No.1 Cup
48 ounces lemon-lime soda, or ginger ale
2 cucumbers, cut into 1/4-inch lengths

Directions

1. In large pitcher, place strawberries, lemons, limes, and oranges. Add Pimm's, and mash down lightly with a large spoon. May be made 3 to 4 hours ahead up to this point.
2. Fill each glass halfway with ice. Add about 1/3 cup Pimm's mixture. Fill glass with soda; stir. Place cucumber spear in each glass; serve.