WThis is a simplified version of a beverage found on a new menu. This is a large-volume premix that's loaded full of essence of the festive period, making it excellent for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed items into a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the stove and leave to cool completely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for up to one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml of the premix into your stirring glass containing ice, and stir gently for a minute to chill. Pour into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
