WHere is an easy version of a beverage found on our latest drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix that is bursting with essence of the festive period, rendering it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine all the items in a pan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, remove from the heat and let it to reach room temperature fully. Decant to a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquids into one big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml of your batch mix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for a minute to chill. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and finish with a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
