WThis is an easy take on a cocktail from a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is packed full of tastes of a holiday season, rendering it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra cordial to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to make more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Cordial: Put the listed ingredients inside a saucepan, bring to a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the burner and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, seal and store chilled, where it will keep for up to one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix every liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the premix into your mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
