WThis is an easy version of a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that's packed with the flavours of the holiday season, which makes it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Combine all the components into a pan, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the stove allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it will last for around a month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your batch mix to a stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring gently for a minute until cold. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and complete it with a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
