We present a simplified interpretation of a beverage from our latest menu. Designed as a batch prepared mix which is packed full of essence of a Christmas time, making it ideal for a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine every items in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the heat and let it to cool down entirely. Pour into a clean bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it will last for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquid ingredients into a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for a minute to cool it down. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the top.
