WHere is an easy take on a cocktail found on our latest menu. It's a batch pre-mixed that's bursting full of essence of the holiday season, making it perfect for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place every ingredients inside a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the stove allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it will last for about a month.
For the Batch Mix: Pour all the liquid ingredients into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it best through muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix to a stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter into an chilled martini glass or similar, top with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
