We present an easy interpretation of a beverage found on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed which is loaded with the essence of a holiday season, which makes it perfect for a celebration. Save the extra syrup for morning drinks, desserts, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Syrup: Place the listed components into a saucepan, bring to a light boil, stirring to dissolve. Then, remove from the burner allowing it to cool down fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about a month.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine all the spirits and syrup into one big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for one minute until cold. Strain to a chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
