WThis is an easy version of a cocktail featured on our latest drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that's packed full of flavours associated with festive period, which makes it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or to mix more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Syrup: Combine all the ingredients into a pan, bring to a light boil, mixing to dissolve. After that, take off the burner and leave to cool completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for around four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into one big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the premix into your mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into an cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
