WThis is a home-style version of a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that's loaded with the tastes associated with holiday season, rendering it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the stove allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into an sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for about four weeks.
To make Premix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients in a large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain best through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to chill. Filter into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
