We present a simplified version of a cocktail featured on the seasonal drinks list. It's a large-volume premix that is loaded full of essence associated with holiday season, rendering it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Place every items in a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, take off the stove and leave to reach room temperature fully. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for around four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix all the spirits and syrup in a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the premix into your stirring glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for a minute to chill. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
