WThis is a simplified version of a cocktail featured on the seasonal menu. This is a batch pre-mixed that is loaded full of tastes of the Christmas time, rendering it perfect for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Syrup: Put every items into a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the burner and leave to cool fully. Pour into an sterilised bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it best through cheesecloth, making it fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
