WThis is an easy interpretation of a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix that's loaded with tastes of the Christmas time, making it perfect for a holiday party. Any leftover cordial for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place every components in a pot, bring to a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the heat and let it to cool down completely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it will last for about one month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine all the spirits and syrup in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into your stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Strain to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries and complete it using a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
