We present an easy version of a drink from our latest cocktail list. It's a party-sized prepared mix that is bursting with the essence of a Christmas time, which makes it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover cordial for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine every items inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the burner and leave to reach room temperature completely. Pour into an clean bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for a minute to cool it down. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it with a light spray of mandarin oil over the top.
