WHere is a simplified interpretation of a drink featured on our latest cocktail list. It's a large-volume premix that is loaded full of flavours associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place all the items into a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the stove and leave to reach room temperature fully. Transfer to a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Mix every spirits and syrup into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the batch mix to a stirring glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to cool it down. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
