La Petite Maison's Drink – A Recipe
WThis is an easy take on a beverage from a new cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized premix which is bursting with flavours of the festive period, making it ideal for a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine all the items into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Then, turn off the burner and let it to reach room temperature fully. Decant to a sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to one month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine all the liquid ingredients into a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml from the premix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
