WHere is a simplified version of a cocktail found on a new drinks list. This is a party-sized premix that is bursting full of flavours of the holiday season, making it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or for more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Put all the items into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the heat and leave to cool down fully. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, seal and store chilled, it can be stored for around four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the batch mix into your stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries and finish using a light spray of mandarin oil over the top.
