WThis is an easy take on a beverage featured on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a large-volume pre-mixed which is bursting with flavours associated with Christmas time, which makes it excellent for hosting a celebration. Save the extra cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine every components inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the stove allowing it to cool fully. Pour into an sterilised bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for about four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Combine the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through preferably using muslin, making it fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your batch mix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir carefully for a minute to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with the cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
