WHere is a simplified version of a beverage found on the seasonal cocktail list. It's a large-volume premix that's bursting with essence of a festive period, rendering it perfect for your celebration. Any leftover syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix more rounds of the drink.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components into a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the heat and let it to cool entirely. Pour into a sterilised bottle, close it and store chilled, it can be stored for around one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix every liquids into a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to cool it down. Filter into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
