WThis is a home-style take on a beverage from the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix which is packed full of essence of the holiday season, which makes it ideal for a festive gathering. Any leftover cordial for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place every components inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Next, turn off the heat and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a clean bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for up to one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine every liquid ingredients in a large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to chill. Filter to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
