WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage found on our latest cocktail list. It's a party-sized prepared mix which is loaded with flavours of the Christmas time, rendering it ideal for your festive gathering. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Place the listed ingredients into a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the heat and let it to cool entirely. Pour into an clean bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml of your cocktail base to a stirring glass containing ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
