We present a home-style version of a beverage from the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that is loaded with the tastes associated with holiday season, making it ideal for hosting a celebration. Any leftover syrup to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Place all the components in a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the stove and let it to cool completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for around four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquids in a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then filter it best through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base to a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir gently for one minute to cool it down. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
