We present a simplified version of a drink from our latest drinks list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed which is packed full of tastes associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for your festive gathering. Save the extra cordial you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to make another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Put all the items in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, take off the burner and leave to cool down fully. Decant into a clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it can be stored for up to one month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix every liquids in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix into your mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to cool it down. Pour into an chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it with a brief mist of mandarin oil above the glass.
