WHere is an easy take on a beverage featured on the seasonal cocktail list. This is a batch pre-mixed that's packed with the essence associated with holiday season, making it ideal for a celebration. Any leftover cordial for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place every items in a pot, bring to a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the stove and let it to cool down fully. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for around four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
