WHere is an easy interpretation of a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. It's a batch premix that's bursting with tastes of a holiday season, making it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Syrup: Place every items in a pan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Then, take off the stove and leave to reach room temperature completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, cap it and store chilled, where it will keep for about four weeks.
For the Premix: Mix all the liquids in a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into a stirring glass containing ice, and agitate gently for a minute to chill. Strain into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
