WHere is an easy interpretation of a cocktail from the seasonal menu. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is packed full of tastes of a Christmas time, rendering it ideal for a holiday party. Save the extra syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Syrup: Put every components inside a pan, bring to a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the heat and let it to reach room temperature completely. Decant to a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine the specified liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and complete it using a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.