WHere is an easy take on a drink found on our latest cocktail list. It's a batch pre-mixed that is packed with the essence associated with Christmas time, rendering it excellent for a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place all the components in a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the burner allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it can be stored for up to one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine every liquid ingredients in a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through muslin, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your premix to a mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
