This Festive Cocktail – How to Make It

We present an easy take on a drink from the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix which is loaded with the flavours associated with Christmas time, which makes it perfect for a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix more rounds of bikinis.

Bikini Recipe

Makes enough for 10 guests

Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)

300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar

For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)

400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish

Directions

For the Citrus Syrup: Put every items into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing to dissolve. After that, take off the burner and leave to cool down completely. Pour into an sterilised bottle, cap it and store chilled, where it will keep for up to one month.

To make Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquids into a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.

For serving: Measure 85ml from the batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute until cold. Pour into a cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.

Brian Boyd
Brian Boyd

Elara Vance is a digital strategist with over a decade of experience in SEO and content marketing, passionate about helping brands succeed online.

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