We present a simplified version of a drink featured on a new cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix that's packed with the essence of the holiday season, rendering it ideal for a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Put all the components inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the heat allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Decant into an sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for around one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour every liquid ingredients into a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
