WHere is a simplified take on a cocktail featured on our latest menu. This is a batch premix that is packed with the essence associated with festive period, which makes it perfect for your celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Syrup: Place the listed items in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove and leave to cool entirely. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it and store chilled, it will last for around four weeks.
To make Premix: Pour every spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
