WThis is a simplified take on a beverage featured on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that's loaded with flavours of the Christmas time, which makes it ideal for a holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make another batch of the drink.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Place every ingredients in a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Transfer into an clean bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around a month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into a stirring glass containing ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries and finish with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
