We present a simplified take on a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded with the essence associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for your celebration. Save the extra syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine every items into a pan, bring to a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the heat and leave to cool down fully. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around a month.
To make Premix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into one big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, top with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
