WHere is a simplified interpretation of a drink featured on a new menu. Designed as a party-sized premix that is loaded with the tastes of a festive period, which makes it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed components in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the stove allowing it to cool completely. Pour into a clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for about one month.
For the Batch Mix: Pour every liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of the essential oil above the glass.
