WHere is a simplified take on a drink found on a new menu. This is a party-sized prepared mix that's packed with the essence of the holiday season, making it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place every ingredients into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the stove and let it to cool completely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for about four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine every spirits and syrup into a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml from the batch mix to a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for one minute until cold. Pour into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
