WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. It's a batch premix which is packed with the essence of the holiday season, rendering it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine every items inside a pan, bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve. After that, turn off the heat and let it to cool down entirely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for around one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquids in a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the premix into your stirring glass packed with ice, and stir gently for one minute to chill. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
