We present a simplified take on a drink found on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a batch pre-mixed which is bursting full of essence of the Christmas time, making it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover cordial to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Put all the components inside a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the burner allowing it to cool completely. Decant into a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around four weeks.
To make Premix: Mix every liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the batch mix to a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of the essential oil above the glass.
