WThis is a simplified take on a cocktail featured on our latest menu. Designed as a batch premix that's bursting full of flavours associated with Christmas time, which makes it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Combine every items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the heat and let it to cool down completely. Decant into a sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about a month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base to a stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to chill. Filter into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
