We present an easy take on a beverage featured on our latest drinks list. Designed as a large-volume pre-mixed that's bursting with the tastes of the Christmas time, rendering it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put every items inside a pan, bring to a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the stove allowing it to cool fully. Decant into an sealable bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine all the spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through best through muslin, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the premix to a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
