WThis is a simplified interpretation of a drink found on a new menu. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix which is packed full of flavours of a holiday season, which makes it ideal for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Combine all the items inside a saucepan, bring to a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the heat and let it to cool down fully. Decant into a sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
For serving: Add 85ml from the batch mix into a mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for a minute to chill. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
