We present a simplified interpretation of a beverage found on a new drinks list. Designed as a batch premix that is loaded full of tastes associated with holiday season, making it excellent for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed ingredients inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Next, take off the stove and let it to cool down fully. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquid ingredients into one big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml from the batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir gently for one minute until cold. Filter to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and finish with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
