WThis is a simplified version of a drink from a new cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed that is packed with the flavours of the holiday season, making it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Put the listed components into a saucepan, bring to a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the heat and let it to cool fully. Decant to a clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through muslin, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the premix into a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for a minute until cold. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
