WThis is a home-style take on a beverage from the seasonal drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is packed with essence associated with Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed items inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner allowing it to cool completely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Pour every liquids in a sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the premix into a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to cool it down. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and finish with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
