It’s Pimms O’clock
It’s struck Pimms O’clock here at Smitten by Britain. In the U.K., Pimm’s O’clock means quitting time after a hard day’s graft, but on my blog it means time to kick up my heels and take a holiday. The blog will be quiet for the next week except for Bob’s World Cup posts. (Can’t miss out on the footy now can we?)
The next week or two following my short break I will begin featuring some new columnists as well as new posts by some old favorites. These will be interesting and informative posts, so be sure to stop by and add your two penneths.
I’ll leave you now by saying “Thanks!” for hanging in with me and continuing to come back week after week. I really appreciate all of you.
Now, how about a parting toast?
Here’s what you’ll need:
Add one part Pimms to two parts lemonade in a large pitcher.
Add ice, cucumber and lemon slices.
Garnish with strawberry and mint.
Cheers!
For more classic drinks, check out Itchy Liverpool’s guide.
Ah I really wish they sold Pimms here in Finland!
Have a great holiday – you have deserved it!
Comment by Kati — June 20, 2010 @ 6:37 am
Tesco has Pimms with a free bottle of Schweppes lemonade for £10 right now. I was in the Co-op last week and Pimms was £14.95 there so a good bargain at Tesco.
Comment by Jen — June 20, 2010 @ 7:31 am
This is my husband’s favourite drink. I might make some this week and pretend it is summer!
Have one for me while you take your break. Cheers!
Best wishes,
Natasha.
Comment by Natasha — June 20, 2010 @ 11:13 am
H0w many bottles are you bringing back? Enough to share I hope! Have a great time!
Comment by If I Could Escape — June 20, 2010 @ 2:53 pm
Cheers! Enjoy the break!
Comment by Miss Marla — June 20, 2010 @ 8:28 pm
I have never heard that expression Pimms o’clock. Perhaps it is more of a Southeast England expression,
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Have a great holiday!
Comment by Tom Evans — June 21, 2010 @ 8:51 am
Tom,
“The brand experienced a revival following the 2003 advertising campaign featuring a humorous classic upper-class Hooray Henry saying ‘it’s Pimm’s o’clock!’[2], somewhat mocking their own historic advertising and appeal.”
Watch this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJ6oqrK40Dg&feature=related
Some of us including some Brits I follow on Twitter use the expression too.
Comment by smittenbybritain — June 21, 2010 @ 11:09 pm