WHere is an easy version of a drink from the seasonal menu. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed that is packed with flavours associated with holiday season, which makes it perfect for a holiday party. Save the extra cordial for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Syrup: Place every ingredients inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the burner and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Decant to a sealable bottle, close it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for about one month.
For the Premix: Mix the specified liquids into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
