42BELOW COCKTAIL WORLD CUP 2010 WINNING RECIPE
- 30 mls (1 oz) 42BELOW vodka (use Beefeater Gin instead!)
- 15 mls (½ oz) aritchoke aperitif (Cynar)
- 45 mls (1 1/2 oz) lime thyme syrup
- Liberal dash of apple bitters (plum bitters)
- Compressed apple thyme balls to garnish
- 1 cup simple syrup
- Large bunch of thyme, washed and patted dry
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
Heat simple syrup until it comes to a gentle boil. Add thyme leaves. Reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes. Strain through a sieve or chinois. Add lime juice and cool before using.