We present a simplified version of a beverage found on our latest cocktail list. It's a batch premix that is loaded full of essence associated with Christmas time, making it excellent for your celebration. Save the extra cordial for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Place every items in a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Then, take off the burner and let it to cool down entirely. Pour into an sterilised bottle, seal and store chilled, where it will keep for about a month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquid ingredients into a big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain best through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the premix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Filter into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and finish with a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
