We present an easy interpretation of a cocktail featured on the seasonal drinks list. It's a batch prepared mix that is bursting full of tastes of a Christmas time, making it ideal for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed ingredients in a pan, bring to a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner and let it to reach room temperature completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix every liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml of the premix into your mixing glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
