The Holiday Drink – The Method

WThis is an easy version of a cocktail from the seasonal cocktail list. This is a party-sized prepared mix which is loaded with essence of the Christmas time, making it excellent for your festive gathering. Any leftover cordial to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make another batch of the drink.

Bikini Recipe

Yields 10 guests

To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)

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

To make the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)

400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch

Directions

For the Cordial: Put the listed ingredients into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the heat allowing it to cool fully. Transfer into a clean bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it will last for up to one month.

Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour every spirits and syrup into a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.

For serving: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into a stirring glass containing ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.