WThis is a simplified take on a beverage found on a new cocktail list. It's a large-volume premix which is bursting with essence associated with festive period, rendering it excellent for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Cordial: Put all the components into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the stove and let it to cool entirely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Pour all the liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it best through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the premix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into a cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries and complete it using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
