We present a home-style version of a cocktail from the seasonal menu. This is a large-volume premix that's bursting with flavours of a holiday season, which makes it excellent for a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or for another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine the listed components inside a pot, bring to a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the stove and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Pour to a sealable bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour every liquids into one large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain best through muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your batch mix into a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to chill. Filter into a chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and finish using a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
