WHere is an easy interpretation of a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a batch premix that's loaded with essence associated with festive period, making it perfect for your holiday party. Save the extra syrup for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for more rounds of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients in a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, take off the burner allowing it to cool down completely. Transfer into a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquids in a sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to cool it down. Filter to a chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
