WThis is a simplified version of a cocktail found on the seasonal cocktail list. This is a batch pre-mixed which is bursting full of essence of the Christmas time, which makes it ideal for your festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Put all the ingredients inside a pan, bring to a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Next, remove from the stove and leave to cool down entirely. Decant into an sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for around a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquids into one large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the premix to a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for one minute to cool it down. Filter into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries and complete it with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
