WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage from our latest menu. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is bursting full of flavours associated with festive period, rendering it perfect for a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Put all the ingredients inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Next, remove from the burner allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, close it and store chilled, where it will keep for up to one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix all the spirits and syrup in a large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries and finish using a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
