WThis is a home-style interpretation of a drink featured on a new drinks list. This is a batch premix that is loaded full of flavours associated with festive period, rendering it excellent for your festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Place all the components in a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Pour to a clean bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it will last for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine every spirits and syrup in a big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour to a chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and finish using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
