WThis is a simplified version of a drink featured on our latest menu. This is a large-volume premix which is loaded with flavours of a festive period, rendering it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Put the listed components in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove and leave to reach room temperature fully. Pour to a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for around one month.
To make Premix: Mix every spirits and syrup into a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml from the premix into your stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of the essential oil above the glass.
