WThis is a home-style interpretation of a cocktail from a new cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix that is loaded full of essence of the Christmas time, rendering it perfect for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Place the listed ingredients into a pan, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the stove allowing it to cool fully. Decant to a sterilised bottle, seal and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Mix all the spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then strain preferably using muslin, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into your stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.
