WThis is an easy version of a beverage featured on a new drinks list. This is a large-volume premix which is loaded full of flavours associated with Christmas time, which makes it perfect for a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the ingredients into a pot, bring to a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the stove and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to a month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix every spirits and syrup in a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries and complete it with a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
