WThis is an easy take on a beverage found on our latest cocktail list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that's loaded with flavours associated with holiday season, making it perfect for a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for morning drinks, desserts, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put all the ingredients into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Then, remove from the heat allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Pour to a sealable bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for up to one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix all the liquids in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using muslin, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the premix to a stirring glass packed with ice, and stir gently for a minute to cool it down. Strain into an cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and finish using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
