WHere is a simplified take on a cocktail from our latest drinks list. It's a party-sized prepared mix that's loaded with the essence associated with Christmas time, making it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Cordial: Place every components into a pot, bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve. Next, turn off the stove and let it to cool fully. Pour into an sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for up to a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your premix into your stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain to a chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist of mandarin oil over the top.
