We present a simplified version of a drink featured on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that is packed full of flavours of the Christmas time, which makes it excellent for your celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine every components inside a pot, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Then, take off the stove allowing it to cool entirely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for up to four weeks.
To make Premix: Mix all the liquids into a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then filter it preferably using muslin, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and finish with a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
