WHere is a simplified take on a drink found on the seasonal menu. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that's packed with the tastes associated with Christmas time, rendering it excellent for a holiday party. Save the extra syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine every components into a saucepan, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, remove from the burner and let it to cool down completely. Pour to a sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for around a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine every liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir gently for a minute to cool it down. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
