We present an easy interpretation of a beverage featured on our latest drinks list. It's a large-volume premix that's loaded with the flavours of a Christmas time, rendering it perfect for a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Syrup: Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the burner allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into a sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for around one month.
To make Premix: Mix all the liquid ingredients in a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the premix to a stirring glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for one minute to cool it down. Strain into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
