We present an easy version of a drink from our latest menu. It's a batch prepared mix that is loaded with the flavours of a Christmas time, rendering it ideal for a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to make more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Put the listed ingredients in a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove and let it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it will last for up to four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into your stirring glass containing ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Strain into a chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries and complete it with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
