WHere is a simplified take on a cocktail from the seasonal menu. It's a batch prepared mix that's bursting full of tastes associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or to make another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Put every ingredients into a pot, bring to a simmer, mixing to dissolve. After that, turn off the stove and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Pour into an sealable bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix every liquid ingredients into one big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix into a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
