WThis is a simplified interpretation of a drink featured on our latest menu. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is packed with essence associated with festive period, making it excellent for your festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Cordial: Place the listed ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring to dissolve. After that, turn off the stove and leave to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it can be stored for about four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through muslin, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your premix into a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to cool it down. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries and finish using a light spray of mandarin oil over the top.
