We present a simplified take on a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed that is packed full of flavours of a festive period, making it ideal for hosting a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Cordial: Put every components in a pan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, turn off the burner and let it to cool down fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it and store in the fridge, it will last for about four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients into one big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the premix into a mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to cool it down. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
