We present a simplified interpretation of a drink from a new drinks list. This is a large-volume pre-mixed which is loaded with the flavours associated with festive period, making it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Combine the listed ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, take off the stove allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Pour into a sealable bottle, close it and store in the fridge, where it will keep for about a month.
To make Premix: Pour every spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, making it completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into your mixing glass packed with ice, and stir gently for one minute to chill. Pour to a chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
