WThis is an easy interpretation of a beverage found on our latest cocktail list. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that's bursting with essence of the holiday season, which makes it excellent for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Place every items in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, take off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Decant into an sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine every liquids into a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
