We present a simplified version of a beverage from the seasonal menu. This is a batch premix that's packed with tastes of the festive period, making it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Place all the ingredients into a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, take off the burner and let it to cool down completely. Decant to a sterilised bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it can be stored for around one month.
To make Batch Mix: Combine all the spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the premix into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to cool it down. Pour to a chilled martini glass or similar, top with the cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist of mandarin oil above the glass.
