WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized premix that is bursting full of tastes of the holiday season, rendering it excellent for a holiday party. Any leftover syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Cordial: Combine every ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a simmer, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the burner and leave to cool fully. Decant into a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, where it will keep for about one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquid ingredients in a large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for one minute to cool it down. Pour into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
