WThis is an easy version of a drink from our latest menu. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is packed with the tastes of a Christmas time, rendering it perfect for a holiday party. Save the extra syrup for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed ingredients into a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the heat and let it to cool down fully. Pour into a sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquid ingredients into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the premix into a mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for one minute until cold. Filter to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
