WHere is an easy version of a drink from our latest menu. This is a batch premix that is loaded full of tastes associated with festive period, which makes it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Put the listed items in a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the heat and let it to cool down fully. Decant into an sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquids in a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your premix to a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to chill. Strain to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with a few cranberries and finish using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
