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A tall clear glass holds a translucent reddish-amber drink with ice cubes, thin cucumber and orange slices, red strawberry pieces, and bright green mint leaves visible throughout.

Pims Cocktail Calories

Classic British summer cocktail with fruit and soda

In season: Spring · Summer

CALORIES · 100 G

70kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

25mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.5g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Pims Cocktail (200 g) has 140 calories. That works out to 70 calories per 100 g. It contains 15 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Pims Cocktail Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g

140

KCAL / 200G

Carbs

15g

· 5% DV

Protein

0.4g

· 1% DV

Fat

0g

· 0% DV

Fiber

1g

· 4% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 97% · Protein 3% · Fat 0%

Pims Cocktail nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories140 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium10 mg0%
Total carbohydrate15 g5%
Fiber1 g4%
Protein0.4 g1%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Pims Cocktail?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)200 g140 kcal
100 g100 g70 kcal
1 cup (small)120 g84 kcal
1 serving (small)150 g105 kcal
1 serving (large)250 g175 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)300 g210 kcal
1 bottle (medium)330 g231 kcal
1 cup (large)350 g245 kcal
1 cup (extra large)400 g280 kcal

Calculated from 70 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pims Cocktail

What is a Pims cocktail?

A Pims cocktail is a British summer drink made with Pimm’s No. 1, a gin-based liqueur, mixed with lemonade and served with fruit, cucumber and often mint. It is commonly poured over ice.

What goes in a Pims cocktail?

A Pims cocktail typically contains Pimm’s No. 1, fizzy lemonade, ice, cucumber, strawberries, orange and fresh mint. The fruit and herbs add fresh aromas, while lemonade provides sweetness and bubbles.

How do you make a Pims cocktail?

To make a Pims cocktail, pour Pimm’s No. 1 over ice, add fizzy lemonade and stir gently. Add sliced cucumber, strawberries, orange and mint; mix shortly before serving to keep the drink lively.

Is a Pims cocktail alcoholic?

Yes, a Pims cocktail is alcoholic because its main ingredient, Pimm’s No. 1, is a gin-based liqueur. Mixing it with lemonade and fruit changes the taste and strength of the drink but does not remove the alcohol.

What does a Pims cocktail taste like?

A Pims cocktail tastes fruity, citrusy and lightly herbal, with a sweet, sparkling finish from the lemonade. Cucumber and mint add a fresh note, while the exact balance varies with the fruit and mixer.

Should you make a Pims cocktail with lemonade or soda water?

Fizzy lemonade is the traditional mixer for a Pims cocktail and gives it a sweet, citrusy taste. Soda water makes a less sweet, lighter drink; add a squeeze of lemon if you want more citrus flavor.

Why does a Pims cocktail have cucumber in it?

Cucumber gives a Pims cocktail a cool, fresh aroma that balances its fruity sweetness. It is a classic garnish along with mint and fruit, rather than a required ingredient in the alcoholic base.

Can you make a Pims cocktail ahead of time?

Yes, you can chill the Pimm’s No. 1 and sliced fruit together ahead of serving. Add the fizzy lemonade, ice and mint at the last minute so the cocktail keeps its bubbles and does not become watery.

What can you use instead of Pimm’s No. 1 in a Pims cocktail?

A different gin-based fruit liqueur can replace Pimm’s No. 1, but the Pims cocktail will not have the same flavor. For an alcohol-free version, leave out the liqueur and use fruit, cucumber and lemonade.

Can you drink a Pims cocktail during pregnancy?

No, a Pims cocktail is not suitable during pregnancy because Pimm’s No. 1 contains alcohol. Adding lemonade or fruit does not remove it; make an alcohol-free version without the liqueur instead.

Pims Cocktail Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

4mg · 4% DV

B6

0.04mg · 2% DV

B1

0.02mg · 2% DV

B2

0.02mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.02mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

50mg · 1% DV

Phosphorus

10mg · 1% DV

Calcium

14mg · 1% DV

Sodium

10mg · 0% DV

Pims Cocktail Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

10
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Pims Cocktail

To burn the 140 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):

🚶

35min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

14min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

19min

Cycling

🏊

16min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Pims Cocktail?

Pims Cocktail is a fruity British summer drink, usually made with Pimm’s No. 1, a gin-based liqueur, topped with lemonade or soda. Slices of cucumber, strawberry and orange, plus fresh mint, are common additions, though the fruit varies with the recipe. It is typically served over plenty of ice, often from a jug for sharing.

Its refreshing, lightly sweet taste makes it a familiar choice at summer gatherings and garden parties in Britain. Elsewhere, it works well as an easy warm-weather drink alongside savoury snacks or light dishes. Nutritionally, most of its energy comes from carbohydrate, while protein and fat are very low. For a less sweet glass, use soda in place of some or all of the lemonade and add extra fruit and cucumber.

How Nutritious Is Pims Cocktail?

Nutrient density

Low

10/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

36/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Pims Cocktail Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Pims Cocktail Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Pims Cocktail Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Pims Cocktail Fat Profile

SATURATED

0g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.02g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.