This Festive Cocktail – How to Make It
We present a home-style version of a beverage featured on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix that is packed with tastes of a Christmas time, making it ideal for hosting a celebration. Save the extra syrup for morning drinks, desserts, or to mix more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Place every components into a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the stove and let it to cool fully. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around one month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into one big jug, let it rest for one hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your batch mix into your stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for a minute until cold. Filter into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
