WHere is an easy interpretation of a drink from a new cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix which is packed with flavours of a holiday season, which makes it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or for another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine every components into a pan, bring to a simmer, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the heat and let it to cool completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and store chilled, it can be stored for up to one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix all the spirits and syrup in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through preferably using muslin, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your premix to a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring carefully for one minute to chill. Filter into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries and complete it with a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
