WThis is a simplified version of a beverage from our latest menu. It's a large-volume premix that is loaded full of essence of the festive period, which makes it excellent for your holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Place the listed items into a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the heat allowing it to cool entirely. Pour into a sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around one month.
To make Premix: Pour every spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, making it fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of your premix into a mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate lightly for a minute until cold. Strain into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
