WHere is a simplified version of a beverage from a new menu. This is a batch prepared mix that is loaded full of flavours of the Christmas time, rendering it perfect for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
Bikini
Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Cordial: Place all the components in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Then, turn off the heat and let it to cool down entirely. Decant to a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it chilled, it can be stored for around one month.
For the Batch Mix: Combine the specified liquid ingredients into one big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your premix into a stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to cool it down. Strain into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and complete it using a light spray of the essential oil over the top.