WThis is a home-style version of a drink found on a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume premix that's loaded with tastes of a festive period, which makes it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini
Yields 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Syrup: Put every items into a pot, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Next, remove from the heat allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for about four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine every spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using muslin, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain to a chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and complete it with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
