WThis is a simplified take on a cocktail found on our latest drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that's loaded full of flavours associated with festive period, making it ideal for hosting a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, desserts, or to make additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Syrup: Put the listed items inside a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, remove from the stove and let it to cool down fully. Pour to a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for up to a month.
For the Premix: Combine all the liquids into a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Pour into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
