WThis is a simplified interpretation of a beverage from the seasonal drinks list. It's a large-volume premix that's bursting with the tastes of the holiday season, rendering it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or for another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Syrup: Combine the listed components in a pot, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Decant into a clean bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around one month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine every liquids into a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the premix to a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir gently for one minute until cold. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
