Lychee Lime Sparkler
From the 'new idea: ultimate barbecue cookbook'. i haven't made this yet but it sounds so delicious and what a nifty way of getting juice and zest into the drink without having to grate the limes! sounds also like a great christmas day - or any other festive occasion - drink and particularly a welcome cooling drink on a hot day, whether it's served at a bbq or indoors!
Steps
Drain the lychees and reserve the syrup.
Set aside six lychees for decoration.
Place the remaining lychees , limes and sugar into a large ziplock bag.
Crush with a meat mallet or rolling pin until the fruit turns pulpy.
Strain the juices into a large jug.
Add the reserved syrup.
Cover and refrigerate.
Just before serving , add the sparkling wine.
Pour into champagne glasses.
Decorate with the extra lime slices and a lychee , and serve.
Ingredients
lychees in heavy syrup, limes, sugar, sparkling wine, lime slice