WThis is an easy take on a cocktail found on a new cocktail list. This is a batch premix that's bursting full of flavours of a Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Syrup: Put all the ingredients into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Then, remove from the stove and leave to cool completely. Pour to a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for around four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix every liquid ingredients into one big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir gently for a minute to cool it down. Filter to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
