WHere is an easy take on a beverage from the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix that is loaded with the tastes associated with holiday season, making it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Place all the components into a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the heat allowing it to cool fully. Pour into an sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, where it will keep for around one month.
For the Batch Mix: Pour every liquid ingredients into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for one minute to cool it down. Pour to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries and finish with a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
