We present an easy interpretation of a cocktail from our latest drinks list. This is a party-sized premix that is loaded with the essence of a Christmas time, rendering it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, take off the heat and let it to cool down entirely. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, seal and store chilled, it can be stored for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquid ingredients in a large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into your stirring glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour to a chilled martini glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and finish with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
