We present an easy interpretation of a beverage from the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a party-sized premix that's bursting with the flavours of the holiday season, rendering it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra cordial for brunch beverages, sweets, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine every ingredients into a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the stove allowing it to cool entirely. Pour to a sealable bottle, seal and store chilled, where it will keep for around a month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the spirits and syrup into a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your premix into your stirring glass packed with ice, and stir gently for a minute until cold. Strain into a chilled martini glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and complete it with a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
