WThis is a simplified take on a drink found on our latest cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed which is packed with the flavours of the Christmas time, making it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or for additional servings of the drink.
Bikini
Yields 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Next, turn off the heat and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around a month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through best through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml from the batch mix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and finish with a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
