We present a simplified version of a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. It's a batch pre-mixed that is bursting full of essence of the Christmas time, making it ideal for your holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Place every items in a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, take off the burner and leave to reach room temperature completely. Pour to a clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for around four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour every liquids into a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into a mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute until cold. Filter into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and finish using a brief mist of mandarin oil above the glass.
