We present a simplified interpretation of a drink from a new cocktail list. It's a party-sized premix that is packed full of flavours associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for a celebration. Save the extra cordial to use in morning drinks, sweets, or for additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place all the components inside a saucepan, bring to a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into a sealable bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it will last for about four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquids into a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix into your mixing glass filled with ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
