WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on a new menu. It's a party-sized pre-mixed that's packed full of tastes associated with Christmas time, which makes it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Place every components in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing to dissolve. After that, remove from the stove allowing it to cool down completely. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, close it and store in the fridge, it will last for around one month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine all the liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using muslin, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base to a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to chill. Strain into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
