WThis is an easy version of a drink from a new drinks list. It's a batch pre-mixed that's bursting with the essence of a Christmas time, which makes it excellent for your celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or for another batch of the drink.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Cordial: Combine all the components into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the heat and let it to cool fully. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix every liquids in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base into a mixing glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
