WHere is a simplified version of a beverage from the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a large-volume premix which is bursting with essence of a Christmas time, making it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
For the Cordial: Combine every items in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the burner and leave to reach room temperature fully. Pour into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around one month.
For the Premix: Combine all the liquid ingredients in a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml from the premix to a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for one minute until cold. Pour into an chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
