WThis is a home-style interpretation of a cocktail featured on our latest cocktail list. This is a batch pre-mixed which is bursting full of tastes associated with festive period, which makes it ideal for your celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components in a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, remove from the stove allowing it to cool fully. Pour to a sealable bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquid ingredients in a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix to a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and finish with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
