WHere is a simplified version of a drink found on a new drinks list. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix that is bursting full of tastes associated with Christmas time, rendering it ideal for a holiday party. Any leftover cordial to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make additional servings of the drink.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Syrup: Place all the items in a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner and let it to cool fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for up to four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base into your stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute until cold. Filter to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and finish using a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
