We present a home-style version of a beverage from the seasonal cocktail list. This is a party-sized premix that's loaded with the flavours of a festive period, which makes it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or for more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Cordial: Combine every ingredients inside a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the burner and let it to cool down fully. Decant to a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for around four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix every liquid ingredients into a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your premix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and finish with a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.
