This Festive Drink – A Recipe
WHere is an easy take on a drink found on our latest menu. This is a batch pre-mixed that is bursting with the flavours of a Christmas time, making it perfect for your celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
Making the Syrup: Put all the items inside a pan, bring to a simmer, mixing to dissolve. After that, turn off the heat and leave to cool down fully. Transfer into an sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for up to a month.
For the Premix: Combine all the liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml of your cocktail base into a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into a chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and complete it with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
