WThis is a home-style interpretation of a beverage from the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a batch premix that is bursting with the flavours associated with Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to make additional servings of the drink.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Cordial: Place every items in a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the burner and let it to cool down fully. Decant into an sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for about a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour every spirits and syrup into one big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the premix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for one minute to chill. Pour to a chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries and finish using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
