WThis is an easy take on a beverage featured on a new drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix which is bursting with the flavours of a holiday season, which makes it ideal for a festive gathering. Any leftover cordial to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place all the components inside a pan, bring to a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the heat and let it to cool down fully. Decant to a sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for up to four weeks.
To make Premix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into one large bottle, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to chill. Pour into an cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
