We present a simplified take on a drink found on a new menu. Designed as a batch prepared mix which is loaded with flavours associated with holiday season, rendering it ideal for your holiday party. Save the extra cordial you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place all the components into a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, take off the heat and leave to cool entirely. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for around one month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour all the liquids into one big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the premix to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
