WHere is a simplified take on a beverage found on the seasonal cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix that is packed with tastes of the festive period, making it excellent for your festive gathering. Save the extra cordial you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or for additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine every items into a saucepan, bring to a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the stove and leave to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it will last for about one month.
To make Batch Mix: Pour all the spirits and syrup in a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
