WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. It's a batch prepared mix which is packed full of essence of a holiday season, rendering it excellent for your celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components in a pot, bring to a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove and leave to cool fully. Transfer to a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Combine every liquids into one big jug, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through preferably using muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir lightly for a minute until cold. Pour into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries and finish using a light spray of mandarin oil above the glass.
