WThis is a simplified version of a drink found on a new menu. Designed as a large-volume premix that's loaded full of tastes of the festive period, which makes it ideal for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put every ingredients inside a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the burner and let it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into an sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about a month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine all the liquids in a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml of your cocktail base to a mixing glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for one minute to cool it down. Pour into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
