WThis is an easy interpretation of a drink from the seasonal drinks list. It's a batch pre-mixed that's loaded full of essence of the festive period, rendering it excellent for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Cordial: Put every components in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the heat and let it to cool completely. Pour into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for about one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquid ingredients in a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix into a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to chill. Strain into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
