WThis is an easy version of a beverage from the seasonal menu. It's a party-sized premix that's bursting with tastes of a Christmas time, making it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Place all the items into a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Decant into a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around one month.
For the Batch Mix: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then strain best through muslin, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for a minute until cold. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and complete it with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.