WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage featured on a new drinks list. It's a batch pre-mixed that's bursting with the essence of a holiday season, making it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Combine every components into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, take off the heat allowing it to cool fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Mix every liquids into one big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to chill. Pour to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
