WThis is a simplified version of a cocktail from a new menu. It's a party-sized prepared mix which is bursting with flavours of a Christmas time, rendering it ideal for a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or for another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the burner allowing it to cool fully. Decant into a sterilised bottle, seal and store in the fridge, where it will keep for about one month.
To make Premix: Mix every liquid ingredients into a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the premix into your mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate gently for one minute to cool it down. Strain to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
