We present an easy interpretation of a beverage from the seasonal menu. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that is packed with the essence associated with Christmas time, rendering it ideal for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial for morning drinks, sweets, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the ingredients inside a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, take off the burner and let it to cool entirely. Decant to a sealable bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
For serving: Add 85ml from the batch mix to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to cool it down. Pour into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and complete it using a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.