WHere is a simplified version of a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that is packed with the essence of the Christmas time, rendering it excellent for a celebration. Any leftover syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Syrup: Combine all the components into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the stove and leave to reach room temperature fully. Decant to a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for about four weeks.
For the Premix: Pour every liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix into a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Pour to a chilled martini glass or similar, top with the cranberries and complete it using a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
