We present a home-style take on a drink from a new cocktail list. This is a batch pre-mixed that is packed with the essence of a Christmas time, making it excellent for your celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Syrup: Put the listed items in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Then, take off the stove allowing it to cool completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it will last for about one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through best through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
