WThis is a simplified interpretation of a drink found on the seasonal drinks list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that is loaded with the tastes associated with festive period, making it excellent for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Yields 10 guests
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
Making the Cordial: Combine every items inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the heat and leave to cool completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix all the liquid ingredients in a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain best through muslin, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into your stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
