WThis is a home-style take on a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a batch prepared mix that is bursting full of tastes associated with holiday season, which makes it ideal for a festive gathering. Save the extra syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to make another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Place all the ingredients inside a pot, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Pour into a clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, where it will keep for up to a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine every liquids into a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the premix into a mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and complete it with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
