WThis is an easy version of a drink featured on the seasonal menu. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix that is packed with tastes associated with holiday season, which makes it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Combine the listed components in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, remove from the heat allowing it to cool fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to one month.
For the Premix: Combine all the spirits and syrup into a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml of your batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain to a cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries and finish with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
