WHere is a simplified take on a cocktail found on our latest drinks list. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded full of essence of a festive period, rendering it ideal for a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Place all the items inside a pot, bring to a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the heat and let it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into a sterilised bottle, cap it and store chilled, it will last for around four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Pour every spirits and syrup into one big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your batch mix to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring gently for a minute to cool it down. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
