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We present an easy interpretation of a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. This is a large-volume prepared mix which is loaded with the essence of the Christmas time, making it ideal for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or to make another batch of bikinis.

Bikini

Makes enough for 10 servings

To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)

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

For the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)

400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch

Instructions

For the Syrup: Put every components in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Transfer into an clean bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to one month.

For the Premix: Mix all the liquids into a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.

When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the premix into a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for one minute to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist of mandarin oil above the glass.