We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail from our latest drinks list. This is a large-volume premix that is loaded with essence associated with festive period, which makes it perfect for your holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Put every items inside a pot, bring to a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Then, turn off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Decant into an sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, where it will keep for around one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into one big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml of the premix into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate carefully for one minute to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries and complete it with a light spray of mandarin oil above the glass.
