WHere is a simplified interpretation of a drink found on a new drinks list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that is packed with flavours associated with festive period, making it excellent for your celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Cordial: Put all the components into a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. After that, turn off the burner and let it to cool down fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for up to a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquids into a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the premix into your stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter into a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries and finish with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
