The Holiday Drink – The Method
WThis is a simplified version of a beverage from our latest drinks list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that is packed with tastes associated with holiday season, making it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Syrup: Put the listed ingredients into a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the burner and leave to cool down entirely. Pour into an sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for around a month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it best through muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml of your premix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
