WThis is an easy interpretation of a drink found on our latest cocktail list. This is a large-volume premix which is bursting with tastes of the festive period, which makes it perfect for hosting a celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, desserts, or for more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Put all the ingredients in a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the burner allowing it to cool fully. Pour to a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Pour all the spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the premix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to chill. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
