WHere is a simplified version of a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized premix which is packed with tastes of the holiday season, rendering it perfect for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place every items into a pot, bring to a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the heat and leave to cool fully. Pour into an sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around four weeks.
For the Premix: Mix the specified liquids into one big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix into your mixing glass filled with ice, and stir gently for a minute to chill. Filter to a cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
