WThis is a simplified interpretation of a beverage featured on our latest cocktail list. This is a large-volume premix that is loaded with tastes associated with holiday season, which makes it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Syrup: Put every items inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the heat and leave to cool completely. Decant into an sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for around a month.
For the Premix: Mix every spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and complete it with a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
