WThis is an easy interpretation of a cocktail from a new cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix that is bursting with essence of a Christmas time, which makes it excellent for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Place every items inside a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, remove from the heat allowing it to cool fully. Decant into a sealable bottle, seal and store chilled, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Combine the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml from the premix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate lightly for one minute to cool it down. Filter into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
