WHere is an easy version of a beverage from the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a batch prepared mix that is bursting with the flavours of the Christmas time, which makes it ideal for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini
Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Place all the components into a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the burner allowing it to cool down fully. Decant to a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into one large bottle, let it rest for one hour, then strain preferably using muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base into a mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries and complete it with a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
