La Petite Maison's Drink – How to Make It
We present a simplified take on a drink from our latest drinks list. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded with tastes of a Christmas time, rendering it perfect for a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place all the ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, remove from the heat and leave to cool entirely. Pour to a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix every spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into a stirring glass containing ice, and agitate carefully for one minute to cool it down. Filter into a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries and complete it using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.