We present an easy version of a drink from the seasonal drinks list. This is a large-volume premix which is packed with flavours associated with Christmas time, rendering it ideal for a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed components inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the stove and let it to cool entirely. Decant into an clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Combine every liquid ingredients into a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter to a cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries and complete it with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
