WThis is a simplified interpretation of a drink found on our latest cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix that is bursting full of tastes of a festive period, making it perfect for a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed components inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Next, remove from the heat and let it to cool completely. Decant into a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the premix to a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to cool it down. Pour into an chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of the essential oil above the glass.
