We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail from a new cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized premix that is packed full of essence of the holiday season, making it excellent for your holiday party. Save the extra cordial to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Syrup: Place every components inside a saucepan, bring to a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the burner and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for about four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Combine the specified liquids in a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml of the premix into a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for a minute until cold. Filter to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and finish using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
