WThis is an easy interpretation of a drink from the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a large-volume premix that is packed with the flavours associated with festive period, which makes it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed ingredients inside a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the burner and let it to cool entirely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around a month.
To make Batch Mix: Combine all the liquid ingredients into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it best through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix into your mixing glass containing ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
