WThis is a home-style take on a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that is bursting with the essence of a festive period, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put every ingredients inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour to a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for about four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquids in a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it preferably using muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into your mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to cool it down. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.
