WThis is a simplified take on a beverage found on a new menu. This is a batch pre-mixed that's bursting with the tastes associated with holiday season, which makes it excellent for your celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or for additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Put all the components in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner and leave to reach room temperature fully. Pour into a sterilised bottle, close it and store chilled, it can be stored for up to a month.
To make Premix: Mix the specified liquids in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix into your mixing glass containing ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
