WThis is an easy interpretation of a beverage from a new drinks list. This is a batch premix which is packed with flavours of a Christmas time, rendering it excellent for a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Put the listed ingredients inside a saucepan, bring to a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, take off the burner and leave to cool completely. Decant into a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix all the liquids in a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml from the premix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Pour to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
