WThis is a simplified interpretation of a drink featured on our latest drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded full of flavours of the Christmas time, rendering it ideal for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Syrup: Put the listed items in a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the heat allowing it to cool completely. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix every liquids into a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for one minute to cool it down. Strain into a chilled martini glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
