We present a simplified version of a beverage featured on the seasonal drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix which is packed with the essence associated with Christmas time, making it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup for morning drinks, desserts, or to make more rounds of the drink.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put all the ingredients into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, turn off the burner allowing it to cool fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it can be stored for around a month.
To make Premix: Pour every spirits and syrup into a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Strain into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries and finish with a light spray of mandarin oil above the glass.
