WHere is a simplified take on a drink found on our latest cocktail list. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that's bursting with flavours associated with Christmas time, making it excellent for a celebration. Save the extra cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place all the items into a pan, bring to a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, take off the burner and let it to cool completely. Pour into a clean bottle, close it and store in the fridge, it will last for around a month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquids in a large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the premix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
