WThis is an easy version of a drink from our latest menu. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is bursting with the tastes associated with festive period, which makes it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra syrup you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Cordial: Place the listed components into a pan, bring to a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the heat and leave to reach room temperature completely. Pour into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to a month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients into a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then strain best through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter into an cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.