We present an easy version of a beverage from our latest menu. This is a party-sized premix which is bursting with essence of a festive period, which makes it ideal for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix more rounds of the drink.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Combine the listed components into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the stove and leave to cool entirely. Pour into an clean bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for up to four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquids in a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for one minute until cold. Pour into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
