WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume pre-mixed which is loaded full of flavours of the Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover cordial for morning drinks, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
Making the Syrup: Place all the items inside a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the heat allowing it to cool down entirely. Decant into an clean bottle, cap it and store chilled, it can be stored for around a month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquids into a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base into your mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to cool it down. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with the cranberries and complete it using a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
