WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail from a new cocktail list. This is a party-sized prepared mix that is bursting with the flavours of the festive period, rendering it excellent for a celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the items inside a pot, bring to a simmer, mixing to dissolve. After that, remove from the heat and let it to cool down completely. Decant to a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for about one month.
To make Batch Mix: Pour all the spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour to a cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
