WHere is a home-style interpretation of a cocktail featured on a new drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix which is bursting full of essence of the Christmas time, making it perfect for your celebration. Any leftover syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Syrup: Put the listed ingredients inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, take off the heat and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around four weeks.
For the Premix: Pour every liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml from the premix to a mixing glass containing ice, and stir lightly for one minute until cold. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, top with some cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
