WThis is a simplified version of a beverage from a new cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed which is bursting with the tastes of the Christmas time, making it excellent for a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed components in a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the heat and let it to cool down entirely. Pour to a sealable bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for around a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquid ingredients in a large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through muslin, making it fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix to a mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring gently for a minute to chill. Pour into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
