WThis is a simplified interpretation of a drink featured on a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume premix that's packed with tastes of the festive period, which makes it ideal for a holiday party. Any leftover syrup for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Place all the items into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the burner and let it to cool fully. Decant into a sealable bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to a month.
To make Batch Mix: Combine every liquids in a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base into your stirring glass filled with ice, and stir gently for a minute to chill. Pour into a cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
