This Festive Drink – How to Make It
WThis is a simplified take on a beverage featured on the seasonal cocktail list. This is a batch pre-mixed that's packed with flavours of the Christmas time, making it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Place all the ingredients in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Then, take off the heat allowing it to cool completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it can be stored for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your batch mix to a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into a cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
