WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a party-sized premix which is bursting with the flavours of a Christmas time, rendering it ideal for your festive gathering. Any leftover cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini
Yields 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine all the components inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Then, turn off the heat and let it to cool fully. Pour to a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients into a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it best through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
For serving: Add 85ml from the premix to a mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to cool it down. Strain into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and finish using a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
