WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage from a new menu. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that's loaded with flavours of the Christmas time, rendering it excellent for your holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put every ingredients inside a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the heat and let it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix every liquids in a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
