We present an easy interpretation of a cocktail found on a new drinks list. It's a party-sized premix that's packed with the essence associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for your holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine every components in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the heat allowing it to cool down completely. Pour into an sterilised bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Pour every liquid ingredients into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through preferably using muslin, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your batch mix into your stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute until cold. Strain into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
