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A Batini is a vodka-based cocktail that is the official drink of the Austin Bat Fest.^[1] The drink was created by bartenders from the Four Seasons Hotel Austin. The Batini is known as the official drink of Austin.^[2]

History

In August 2004, The Austin Convention and Visitor's Bureau hosted a contest to designate the official drink of Austin.^[3] Five Austin-area hotels submitted recipes to become the official Batini for the city.^[3] The Four Seasons Austin recipe won the contest and was on the menu at the Lobby Lounge.^[3]

In 2006, the Four Seasons won the Batini contest again with their "Batini Black" entrant.^[1] The Batini black was similar to the original, including Tito's Vodka, and Blue Curacao but added in a splash of simple syrup, grapefruit juice, champagne and fresh blackberries.^[1]

A Batini contest is an annual event for local bartenders at the Austin Bat Fest.^[2]

Ingredients and preparation

The ingredients needed for the Batini are:^[3]

All of the ingredients are shaken together and served with a cherry garnish.^[3]

Variations

Batini Black

Ingredients in a Batini Black are:^[1]

Tito's Vodka
Blue Curacao
Splash of simple syrup
Grapefruit juice
Fresh blackberries
Topped with champagne

Shake together Tito's, Blue Curacao, splash of simple syrup, grapefruit juice, and fresh blackberries. Strain into a cocktail glass and top off with champagne.^[1]

References

^ ^a ^b ^c ^d ^e Alarcón, Claudia (September 22, 2006). "Batini III". www.austinchronicle.com. Retrieved 2021-10-18.
^ ^a ^b "What to drink at renowned The Driskill Bar in Austin, Texas". thirsty. 2019-05-22. Retrieved 2021-10-18.
^ ^a ^b ^c ^d ^e "Batini named Austin's "official drink"". www.bizjournals.com. 16 August 2004. Retrieved 2021-10-18.