We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on the seasonal menu. This is a party-sized prepared mix that is bursting full of tastes of a Christmas time, making it excellent for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 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, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Cordial: Combine every ingredients in a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the burner and let it to cool down fully. Transfer to a sealable bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Mix every spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through best through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the premix into a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to cool it down. Pour into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and finish with a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
