We present an easy take on a beverage from the seasonal cocktail list. It's a party-sized prepared mix which is loaded full of essence associated with Christmas time, rendering it ideal for a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Syrup: Put all the ingredients in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the burner and leave to cool completely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for about four weeks.
To make Premix: Combine every liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into a stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to chill. Filter into a chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and finish with a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
