We present an easy interpretation of a drink featured on a new cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume pre-mixed that's loaded full of essence of a Christmas time, making it perfect for your celebration. Save the extra syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Cordial: Place every items in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the burner and let it to cool fully. Transfer to a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to a month.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine every liquids in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into an chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
