WThis is a simplified version of a beverage featured on a new cocktail list. It's a large-volume prepared mix that's loaded with flavours of a festive period, rendering it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Syrup: Place the listed ingredients into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the heat and let it to cool completely. Decant into a clean bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup in a large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml of your batch mix to a mixing glass containing ice, and stir lightly for a minute to chill. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
