WThis is a home-style interpretation of a cocktail from a new drinks list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that's bursting with the flavours of the Christmas time, rendering it excellent for hosting a celebration. Any leftover syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Cordial: Place every components inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, take off the heat and leave to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it will last for around one month.
To make Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients in a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into your stirring glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for one minute to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
