WThis is a simplified interpretation of a beverage found on our latest menu. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that is loaded with the flavours of the festive period, which makes it perfect for a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Syrup: Put the listed items in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Then, take off the heat and let it to cool down entirely. Pour into a clean bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients into a large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Add 85ml from the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
