{"id":12367,"date":"2014-02-13T12:24:19","date_gmt":"2014-02-13T11:24:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.socialandcocktail.co.uk\/?p=12034"},"modified":"2014-07-28T15:58:46","modified_gmt":"2014-07-28T14:58:46","slug":"valentines-cocktails-from-pimms-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.socialandcocktail.co.uk\/valentines-cocktails-from-pimms-competition\/","title":{"rendered":"Valentines Cocktails from PIMM\u2019S\u00ae + Competition"},"content":{"rendered":"

Social and Cocktail<\/strong> and\u00a0PIMM\u2019S\u00ae Blackberry & Elderflower<\/strong> have teamed up to present 5 amazing Valentines Day cocktails made with their latest special edition tipple and we also have 3 Bottles of their PIMM\u2019S\u00ae\u00a0Blackberry & Elderflower<\/strong> to give away to 3 lucky winners. Simply answer the question at the end of this post.<\/p>\n

The following 5\u00a0simple cocktails bring a fruity flourish to Valentine\u2019s entertaining and are a sure-fire way to impress that special someone. Fusing the quintessentially British flavours of blackberry and fragrant elderflower, each serve is blended with warming spices and delicate citrus twists.<\/p>\n

\"Blackberry<\/a>Blackberry Decadence<\/h2>\n

For the indulgent devotee<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

35ml Pimm\u2019s Blackberry & Elderflower<\/p>\n

50ml apple juice<\/p>\n

5ml double cream<\/p>\n

A sprinkle of chocolate shavings<\/p>\n

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Method:<\/b> Add the Pimm\u2019s Blackberry & Elderflower and apple juice into a saucepan and heat through until warm, being careful not to boil.\u00a0 Pour your drink into your chosen glasses. Slowly pour in the double cream on top. Garnish with a few chocolate shavings. (0.7 units)<\/p>\n

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\"Spiced<\/a>Spiced Berry Crush<\/h2>\n

For the starry-eyed sweetie<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

50ml Pimm\u2019s Blackberry & Elderflower<\/p>\n

10ml vanilla syrup<\/p>\n

Crushed ice<\/p>\n

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Method:<\/b> Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker, shake and strain in to a martini glass. Garnish with a fresh blackberry for an added fruity finish. (1 unit)<\/p>\n

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\"Love<\/a>Love at First Sparkle<\/h2>\n

For the hopeless romantic<\/i><\/b><\/b><\/p>\n

35ml Pimm\u2019s Blackberry & Elderflower<\/p>\n

10ml fresh lemon juice<\/p>\n

10ml elderflower cordial<\/p>\n

Top with Champagne<\/p>\n

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Method:\u00a0 <\/b>Add the Pimm\u2019s Blackberry & Elderflower, squeeze of lemon and elderflower cordial into a cocktail shaker.\u00a0 Strain into a flute and top with Champagne. Garnish with a couple of fresh rose petals or a twist of lime peel. (2 units)<\/p>\n

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\"Blackberry<\/a>Blackberry Bliss<\/h2>\n

For the fiery lover<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

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50ml Pimm\u2019s Blackberry & Elderflower<\/p>\n

15ml fresh lime<\/p>\n

10ml ginger syrup<\/p>\n

Top with ginger beer<\/p>\n

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Method:\u00a0 <\/b>Add the Pimm\u2019s Blackberry & Elderflower, squeeze of lime and ginger syrup into a wine glass filled with cubed ice. Stir well and top with ginger beer. For a final romantic flourish, add a couple of \u2018love hearts\u2019 and a fresh rose petal. (1.3 units)<\/p>\n

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\"Apple<\/a>Apple of my Eye<\/h2>\n

For the affectionate companion<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

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50ml Pimm\u2019s Blackberry & Elderflower<\/p>\n

150ml cloudy apple juice<\/p>\n

15ml fresh lemon juice<\/p>\n

10ml toffee syrup or maple syrup<\/p>\n

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Method:\u00a0 <\/b>Add all of the ingredients to a pan and heat through \u2013 be careful not to boil. Pour into a heat-proof glass or, for a vintage vibe, a teacup and saucer. Garnish with a fresh blackberry. (1.3 units)<\/p>\n

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We have 3 Bottles of \u00a0PIMM\u2019S\u00ae Blackberry & Elderflower to Give Away<\/h2>\n

Answer the below question and send your answer to info@socialandcocktail.co.uk<\/strong><\/p>\n

What British sports summer tournament is\u00a0PIMM\u2019S\u00ae\u00a0most popularly associated with?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Competition closes 22nd February 2014<\/em><\/p>\n

Entrants must be aged 18 years or over<\/em><\/p>\n

We will announce the winners on Tuesday 25th February on our Website, Facebook and Twitter pages.<\/em><\/p>\n

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