WHere is a simplified take on a beverage found on our latest drinks list. This is a large-volume premix which is loaded with the essence of a Christmas time, which makes it excellent for a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
Making the Syrup: Put every items into a pot, bring to a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove and let it to cool down completely. Pour into a sterilised bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around one month.
To make Premix: Combine every spirits and syrup into one big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your batch mix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute until cold. Pour to a chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
