WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage found on our latest menu. This is a large-volume pre-mixed which is packed with tastes of the festive period, rendering it perfect for a celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Cordial: Combine the listed items in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, take off the burner and leave to cool fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Mix all the spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using muslin, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries and finish using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
