We present a simplified interpretation of a drink featured on the seasonal cocktail list. It's a batch premix which is bursting full of tastes associated with holiday season, making it excellent for hosting a celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine every items in a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, remove from the stove and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix every liquid ingredients into a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, making it completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your batch mix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
