WThis is an easy version of a cocktail from our latest menu. This is a batch premix which is packed with the tastes of a holiday season, making it perfect for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the ingredients into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the heat and let it to cool fully. Pour into an clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about one month.
To make Premix: Combine the specified liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir lightly for a minute until cold. Filter into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
