WHere is a simplified interpretation of a drink found on our latest cocktail list. It's a party-sized premix which is packed full of essence of a festive period, rendering it excellent for your holiday party. Save the extra syrup you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Place the listed components inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, take off the burner allowing it to cool down fully. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour every liquids in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your premix to a stirring glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for a minute to cool it down. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
