WHere is an easy version of a cocktail found on a new drinks list. This is a large-volume premix that's packed with the essence of a holiday season, making it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put all the components in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, turn off the burner and let it to cool fully. Transfer to a clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Pour every liquids into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain best through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix into a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
