We present a home-style take on a cocktail from our latest drinks list. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix which is bursting full of essence associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for your celebration. Save the extra syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Place every items inside a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the heat and let it to cool down entirely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to a month.
For the Batch Mix: Combine every liquid ingredients into a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your premix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.
