WThis is an easy version of a cocktail featured on our latest menu. It's a batch pre-mixed which is packed with the essence associated with holiday season, rendering it perfect for a holiday party. Save the extra syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Put the listed components inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the stove and let it to cool down completely. Decant into an clean bottle, seal and store chilled, it can be stored for around a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine all the spirits and syrup into one big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix into a stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter to a chilled martini glass or similar, top with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
