The Holiday Cocktail – How to Make It

WHere is a simplified version of a cocktail from a new drinks list. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is packed with tastes associated with Christmas time, making it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, desserts, or to mix more rounds of the drink.

Bikini Recipe

Serves 10 guests

For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)

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

Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)

400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing

Method

To prepare the Cordial: Place all the components into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the heat and leave to cool down fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to four weeks.

Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.

To serve: Add 85ml from the premix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of the essential oil above the glass.