We present an easy version of a drink from a new cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume premix which is loaded with flavours of a Christmas time, rendering it ideal for a holiday party. Save the extra cordial to use in morning drinks, desserts, or for another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the ingredients inside a pan, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the burner and let it to cool fully. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around a month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix every spirits and syrup into a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using muslin, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml of your cocktail base to a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to cool it down. Strain into a chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
