WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on our latest menu. It's a large-volume premix that's packed with the essence associated with holiday season, making it ideal for a holiday party. Any leftover syrup for morning drinks, desserts, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Place all the items in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. After that, turn off the burner and leave to cool entirely. Pour into an sterilised bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for around four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Combine the specified liquid ingredients in a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base to a stirring glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
