We present an easy version of a drink from the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix which is loaded with the flavours of a holiday season, making it perfect for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or for another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Cordial: Put the listed ingredients in a pan, bring to a simmer, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the heat and leave to cool completely. Transfer into a clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around four weeks.
For the Premix: Mix the specified liquids into a large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the premix into a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to cool it down. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
