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On Thursday nights, the Globe (75 Fifth St. N.W., Atlanta) goes "live." Beginning at 9 p.m., its Live Lounge features a special menu, and DJ Bigg H starts spinning platters at 10 p.m. Guests slurp on signature Globe cocktails like the Pimm's Cup. The British beverage begins with Pimm's No. 1, a gin-based drink infused with aromatics, and is mixed with a muddled mass of lime, orange and mint. For the big finish, it gets a ginger ale topper and a cucumber slice garnish.

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Pimm's Cup, made with gin-based Pimm's No. 1, is a signature drink at the Globe.
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IN THE DRINK

The Globe's Pimm's Cup

1 1/2 oz. Pimm's No. 1

Half a lime

2 medium orange wheels (sliced, with skin)

8 medium mint sprigs

Ginger ale

Cucumber slice

Cut lime in quarters and drop into shaker. Add mint sprigs and orange wheels. Lightly muddle to bruise skin. Make sure to leave the fruit skin on. Add ice and Pimm's No. 1. Shake gently and pour mixture into rocks glass. Top with ginger ale and garnish with a cucumber slice.