We present a home-style version of a beverage found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized premix that is loaded with essence of a Christmas time, rendering it excellent for a celebration. Save the extra syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Place every components in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the stove and let it to cool completely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for a minute until cold. Filter to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
