We present a simplified version of a cocktail from our latest drinks list. Designed as a large-volume pre-mixed which is bursting with the flavours associated with holiday season, which makes it perfect for a celebration. Any leftover cordial to use in morning drinks, sweets, or for another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Cordial: Put the listed items into a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, remove from the stove and let it to cool down completely. Pour to a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for around one month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine every spirits and syrup into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml from the batch mix into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to chill. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries and finish with a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
