WHere is a simplified take on a drink from the seasonal cocktail list. It's a batch pre-mixed that is bursting full of tastes of the holiday season, rendering it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra cordial to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Combine every components into a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the burner and let it to cool fully. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around four weeks.
For the Premix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the premix into a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate lightly for one minute to chill. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries and finish using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
