WThis is a simplified version of a cocktail from the seasonal cocktail list. This is a party-sized premix that's loaded with the tastes associated with Christmas time, rendering it ideal for hosting a celebration. Save the extra cordial for morning drinks, sweets, or for another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Cordial: Place every components inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the stove and let it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for about a month.
To make Batch Mix: Combine every liquids in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the premix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate gently for a minute to chill. Pour into an chilled martini glass or similar, top with the cranberries and finish using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the top.
