WHere is an easy take on a drink found on the seasonal cocktail list. This is a party-sized prepared mix that's bursting full of tastes associated with holiday season, rendering it excellent for a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Place every items into a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, take off the stove allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for about a month.
For the Premix: Combine the specified spirits and syrup in a large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into a chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries and complete it using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
