WThis is a home-style version of a drink featured on a new cocktail list. It's a party-sized prepared mix which is packed with the essence of the festive period, making it excellent for a celebration. Save the extra syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put every components into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the burner and leave to cool completely. Decant into an clean bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it will last for about four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Combine all the spirits and syrup into one big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain best through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for one minute to chill. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
