We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail from a new menu. This is a party-sized premix that is packed with the essence associated with festive period, which makes it ideal for your festive gathering. Any leftover cordial for morning drinks, desserts, or to make more rounds of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Put all the ingredients inside a saucepan, bring to a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the burner and let it to cool down completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around four weeks.
To make Premix: Combine every liquids into a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using muslin, so it's completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir lightly for a minute to cool it down. Pour into a chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
