WHere is a home-style version of a drink from the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch premix that is loaded with essence of the Christmas time, making it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Place the listed ingredients inside a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, remove from the burner and leave to reach room temperature fully. Decant into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it will last for about four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Mix every liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to chill. Filter to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
